Canvas Print : Spotted Blister Beetle - feeding on flowers of plakkiebos (Crassula cultrata). Secretes poisonous liquid from leg joints if handled, blistering human skin. Diurnal. Widespread, in diverse habitats. Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa
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Spotted Blister Beetle - feeding on flowers of plakkiebos (Crassula cultrata). Secretes poisonous liquid from leg joints if handled, blistering human skin. Diurnal. Widespread, in diverse habitats. Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa
ASW-4407
Spotted Blister Beetle - feeding on flowers of plakkiebos (Crassula cultrata).
Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Ceroctis capensis
secretes poisonous liquid from leg joints if handled, blistering human skin. Diurnal. Widespread, in diverse habitats.
Alan J. S. Weaving
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Beetle Beetles Chemical Defence Coleoptera Colourful Poisonous Pollination South Africa Toxic Warning Colouration Warning Colours Crassulaceae
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Discover the beauty and intrigue of nature with our Media Storehouse Canvas Print featuring the Spotted Blister Beetle (Ceroctis capensis) in its natural habitat. Captured by Alan Weaving for Ardea Wildlife Pets Environment in Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa, this stunning image showcases the beetle feeding on the flowers of plakkiebos (Crassula cultrata). Known for its distinctive spots and the ability to secrete a poisonous liquid from its leg joints, this diurnal insect is widespread and can be found in diverse habitats. Bring this captivating piece of the natural world into your home and add a unique touch to your decor with our high-quality canvas prints.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
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 Little Daredevil - ASW-4407, the Spotted Blister Beetle, Shows Off its Toxic Moves!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this print by Alan Weaving, we catch a glimpse of the incredible world of wildlife in Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa. Meet ASW-4407, a daring member of the coleoptera family known for its striking warning colors and extraordinary chemical defense. Feasting on the vibrant flowers of plakkiebos (Crassula cultrata), this diurnal beetle not only adds a splash of color to our surroundings but also secretes a poisonous liquid from its leg joints if handled. Talk about having some serious self-defense moves! With its aposematic colors serving as an unmistakable signal to potential predators that it means business, ASW-4407 is widely distributed across diverse habitats in South Africa. Its presence reminds us that even in nature's most beautiful creations lies hidden danger. As we admire this colorful creature captured mid-meal, let's appreciate the intricate dance between insects and plants. Not only does ASW-4407 enjoy a tasty pollination snack on these delicate flowers but it also plays an essential role in spreading their seeds far and wide. So next time you stumble upon plakkiebos or any other enchanting flora during your adventures through African landscapes, remember to admire from afar! After all, with ASW-4407 around showcasing its toxic talents and warning coloration like no other insect can – it's
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