Premium Framed Print : Burying Beetle (Nicrophorus investigator) adult, on dead Eurasian Jay (Garrulus glandarius) wing feathers, England, july
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Burying Beetle (Nicrophorus investigator) adult, on dead Eurasian Jay (Garrulus glandarius) wing feathers, England, july
FLPA images of Wildlife and nature
Media ID 6544543
© FLPA/Paul Hobson
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23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 23x19 inches (584x482mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 25.8cm (15.6" x 10.2")
Estimated Product Size is 58.4cm x 48.2cm (23" x 19")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
Nature's Cleanup Crew - Burying Beetle and the Feathered Feast
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this snapshot, we witness a fascinating collaboration between two unlikely creatures. A Burying Beetle (Nicrophorus investigator) adult takes center stage as it perches gracefully on a bed of dead Eurasian Jay (Garrulus glandarius) wing feathers. This enchanting scene was captured in England during the warm month of July. With its vibrant plumage contrasting against the somber backdrop, our star insect showcases its impeccable taste for fine dining. Known for their role as nature's undertakers, these banded sexton adults are expert scavengers that thrive on carrion and carcasses. In this case, they have stumbled upon an exquisite buffet provided by Mother Nature herself. As the sun shines down on this picturesque English countryside, one can't help but marvel at the intricate web of life unfolding before our eyes. The beetle delicately feeds on the remnants of a once-majestic bird while fulfilling its vital ecological duty to recycle organic matter back into the ecosystem. This extraordinary image serves as a gentle reminder that even in death, beauty can be found. It encapsulates both the circle of life and nature's ingenious way of maintaining balance amidst constant change. So next time you stumble upon an unexpected feast like our resourceful Burying Beetle, take a moment to appreciate how every creature plays its part in shaping our wondrous world!
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