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Fine Art Print : Subantarctic or Brown skua (Stercorarius antarcticus) stealing an egg from a Royal
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Subantarctic or Brown skua (Stercorarius antarcticus) stealing an egg from a Royal
Subantarctic or Brown skua (Stercorarius antarcticus) stealing an egg from a Royal penguin colony (Eudyptes schlegeli) on
Macquarie Island, Australian Territory
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the raw beauty and drama of the natural world with our exquisite Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This stunning image captures the intensity of a Subantarctic Skua (Stercorarius antarcticus) in action, as it boldly steals an egg from a Royal Penguin (Eudyptes schlegeli) colony on Macquarctic Island. Taken by renowned photographer Doug Gimesy from Nature Picture Library, this print brings the untamed power and survival instincts of these magnificent creatures right into your home. A must-have for nature enthusiasts and art collectors alike.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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 50.8cm x 36.4cm (20" x 14.3")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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.
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Caught in the Act - Skua's Egg-cellent Heist at Penguin Colony!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this print captured by Doug Gimesy, we witness a daring act of thievery unfold on Macquarie Island. The mischievous Subantarctic or Brown skua (Stercorarius antarcticus) has set its sights on an irresistible prize – an egg from the Royal penguin colony (Eudyptes schlegeli). With stealth and precision, the cunning skua swoops down upon the unsuspecting penguins, determined to snatch away their precious treasure. As chaos ensues among the penguin community, our feathered thief seizes this golden opportunity. This snapshot perfectly encapsulates nature's intriguing dynamics and animal behavior. It showcases not only the resourcefulness of these intelligent birds but also highlights their adaptability to survive in challenging environments like subantarctic islands. While it may seem like a comical scene from a wildlife heist movie, there is a deeper message behind this image. It reminds us of the delicate balance between predator and prey in nature and sheds light on the challenges faced by flightless creatures such as penguins. Doug Gimesy's remarkable photograph serves as a powerful reminder that even amidst breathtaking landscapes and adorable animal colonies, life can be full of unexpected twists and turns. So keep your eyes peeled for those cheeky skuas when visiting Macquarie Island!
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