Premium Framed Print : Cordylobia anthropophaga, tumbu fly
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Cordylobia anthropophaga, tumbu fly
A mounted specimen of the tumbu fly or putzi fly common in East and Central Africa. Photographed by Martin Hall in Marikari Pans, Botswana
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Arthropod Arthropoda Blow Fly Blowfly Calliphorid Calliphoridae Calliphorinae Diptera Hexapod Hexapoda Insecta Martin Hall Parasite Parasitic True Fly Invertebrata
17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 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 17x15 inches (431x381mm). 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 24.4cm x 18.1cm (9.6" x 7.1")
Estimated Product Size is 43.1cm x 38.1cm (17" x 15")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This striking print captures a mounted specimen of the Cordylobia anthropophaga, more commonly known as the tumbu fly or putzi fly. Found in East and Central Africa, this parasitic arthropod is infamous for laying its eggs on damp clothing which then hatch into larvae that burrow into human skin, causing painful sores.
Photographed by Martin Hall in Marikari Pans, Botswana, this image showcases the intricate details of this fascinating insect. The tumbu fly belongs to the Diptera order and Calliphoridae family, making it a true fly with six legs.
Despite its small size, the tumbu fly has a big impact on those unlucky enough to encounter it. Known by various names such as mango fly and skin maggot fly, this parasite can cause discomfort and health issues for its hosts.
Martin Hall's detailed photograph allows viewers to appreciate the unique characteristics of this African insect up close. With its vibrant colors and distinctive features, the tumbu fly serves as a reminder of the diverse wildlife found in different regions of our planet.
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