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Southern fur seal colony

Southern fur seal (Arctocephalus australis) breeding colony. The southern (or South American) fur seal breeds in large, densely-packed colonies. Bulls defend territories of about 50 square metres from rivals by growling and making threatening displays. This relative of the sea lion feeds on fish and krill. It is preyed on by sea lions, sharks and killer whales. It is found around the southern part of South America and on southern Atlantic islands. It is distinguished from " true" seals by its external ears. Hunting for fur reduced the population, but numbers have since recovered. Photographed on South Georgia Island

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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 26.8cm (15.6" x 10.6")

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.

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the mesmerizing sight of a Southern fur seal colony in all its glory. The Southern fur seal, scientifically known as Arctocephalus australis, thrives in large breeding colonies that are densely-packed with these remarkable creatures. In this snapshot taken on South Georgia Island, we witness the bulls fiercely defending their territories of approximately 50 square meters from rival males through growling and intimidating displays. Belonging to the same family as sea lions, this marine mammal distinguishes itself by possessing external ears. With a diet consisting mainly of fish and krill, the Southern fur seal faces predation from sea lions, sharks, and even killer whales. Once hunted for its valuable fur which led to population decline, these resilient creatures have since made an impressive recovery. The photograph showcases not only the natural beauty of this sub-Antarctic region but also highlights the importance of conservation efforts in protecting such diverse wildlife populations. As they bask under the sun on a picturesque beach along the southern part of South America or on southern Atlantic islands like Falkland Islands, these charismatic pinnipeds remind us of nature's intricate balance between predator and prey. This stunning image is brought to you by Science Photo Library – an invaluable resource for those seeking glimpses into our planet's awe-inspiring wonders without commercial intent.

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