Fine Art Print : Burying Beetle (Nicrophorus investigator) adult, on dead Common Pheasant (Phasianus colchicus) wing feathers, England, july
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Burying Beetle (Nicrophorus investigator) adult, on dead Common Pheasant (Phasianus colchicus) wing feathers, England, july
FLPA images of Wildlife and nature
Media ID 6544927
© FLPA/Paul Hobson
Beetle Beetles Carcase Carcases Carcass Carcasses Carrion Corpse Corpses Dead Feather Feathers Pheasant Pheasants Scavenge Scavenger Scavengers Scavenges Scavenging Wing Wings Eats Feeds Silphidae
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Nature's Cleanup Crew: Burying Beetle on a Feathered Feast!". In this snapshot captured by FLPA photographer Paul Hobson, we witness an extraordinary scene straight out of a wildlife detective story. Meet the Burying Beetle (Nicrophorus investigator), an arthropod with a curious appetite for carrion and a knack for finding hidden treasures. Perched proudly atop dead Common Pheasant wing feathers, this adult beetle showcases its scavenging prowess in the heart of England during the warm month of July. With its vibrant plumage and impressive wingspan, it effortlessly blends into the picturesque British countryside. As one of nature's unsung heroes, this European native plays an essential role as both undertaker and gourmet chef. Feeding on deceased animals like pheasants, these beetles help maintain balance in their ecosystem by recycling nutrients back into the earth. With razor-sharp instincts and remarkable strength, our little friend is not your average picnic intruder! Armed with powerful mandibles capable of reducing carcasses to manageable sizes, it diligently works to provide sustenance for itself and its offspring. So next time you stumble upon a lifeless creature while exploring Britain's temperate landscapes, take a moment to appreciate these incredible insects that silently keep our surroundings clean. After all, even in death there is beauty – especially when witnessed through the lens of FLPA Images!
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