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Slug-damaged leaves
Slug-damaged leaves on a hosta plant (Hosta sp.). Slugs are gastropod molluscs (like snails) that don t have a shell. They feed on a variety of plants, but hosta plants are a particular favourite. They are most active and night and when it is wet, and can do an immense amount of damage. They reproduce rapidly as they are hermaphrodites (every slug can produce and fertilise its own eggs as well as reproducing with another slug). Ways of controlling the damage from, and number of, slugs, include trapping them, poisoning them, and using biological controls such as hedgehogs
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Media ID 6292831
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Damage Garden Gastropod Hosta Mollusc Pest Slug Variegated Horticultural
31"x27" (79x69cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 24x20 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 31x27 inches (787x685mm). 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 59.2cm x 59.9cm (23.3" x 23.6")
Estimated Product Size is 68.5cm x 78.7cm (27" x 31")
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 captures the aftermath of a slug invasion on a beautiful hosta plant. The image showcases slug-damaged leaves, showcasing the destructive power of these shell-less gastropod molluscs. Slugs are notorious for their insatiable appetite and have a particular fondness for hosta plants, which makes them an ongoing threat to horticultural enthusiasts. These slimy creatures thrive in wet conditions and darkness, making them most active during rainy nights. Their ability to reproduce rapidly is another cause for concern as they possess both male and female reproductive organs, allowing each slug to fertilize its own eggs or mate with another slug. Gardeners employ various methods to control the damage caused by slugs. Some opt for trapping techniques while others resort to using poisons. Alternatively, biological controls such as introducing hedgehogs can also help regulate the number of slugs in an area. The intricate details captured in this photograph highlight not only the biology of these pests but also serve as a reminder of nature's delicate balance between predator and prey. It serves as a testament to our continuous efforts in understanding and managing wildlife interactions within our botanical spaces.
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