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Bearded scropionfish
Bearded scorpionfish (Scorpaenopsis barbata). This predator gets its name from skin extensions around its mouth. It lies motionless for hours, camouflaged amongst the rocks and coral, until a smaller fish comes within range of a rapid lunge. The scorpionfish has a row of spines on its back, linked to poison glands, which it uses for defence. Photographed in the Red Sea
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Bony Fish Camouflage Camouflaged Coral Egypt Egyptian Pisces Predator Red Sea Bearded Scorpionfish
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 20.1cm x 24.4cm (7.9" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 43.1cm (15" x 17")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the mesmerizing beauty of a Bearded Scorpionfish (Scorpaenopsis barbata) in its natural habitat. The bearded scorpionfish, aptly named for the skin extensions around its mouth, is a formidable predator that patiently lies motionless among rocks and coral in the Red Sea. Its incredible camouflage allows it to blend seamlessly with its surroundings, making it virtually invisible to unsuspecting prey. For hours on end, this elusive creature waits patiently until a smaller fish comes within striking range. With lightning-fast speed, it launches itself towards its target in a rapid lunge, capturing its meal effortlessly. However, beneath its stunning exterior lies an arsenal of defense mechanisms. A row of spines adorns its back, each linked to venomous glands that serve as protection against potential threats. The underwater world captured by this photograph transports us into the depths of Egypt's marine wonders. It offers us a glimpse into the intricate web of life that thrives beneath the ocean's surface – where survival depends on both stealth and adaptability. As we admire this remarkable bony fish through Science Photo Library's lens, let us appreciate nature's ingenuity and diversity while cherishing our responsibility to protect these fragile ecosystems for generations to come.
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