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Assassin bugs mating, Ecuador C013 / 8855
Assassin bugs mating. Assassin bugs (family Reduviidae) are a vector of Chagas Disease, also known as American Trypanosomiasis. Photographed in the Jatun Sacha Reserve, Amazon rainforest, Ecuador
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Amazon Amazonian Arthropod Arthropoda Assassin Bug Bugs Copulating Copulation Ecuador Ecuadorean Ecuadorian Entomological Hemiptera Hemipteran Hemipterans Insects Mating Rain Forest Rainforest Reduviidae Reproducing Reproduction South American Tropic Tropics Vector
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating world of Assassin bugs with our Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This exquisite print, featuring the mesmerizing image of Assassin bugs mating by DR Morley Read/Science Photo Library, captures the intricacy and beauty of these fascinating creatures. Known for their role as vectors of Chagas Disease, Assassin bugs are a vital part of the Amazon rainforest ecosystem. Add this unique piece to your collection and bring the wonders of the natural world into your home or office.
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.
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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
This print captures a rare moment in the intricate world of nature's creatures. Two Assassin bugs, belonging to the Reduviidae family, are seen engaged in copulation amidst the lush greenery of Ecuador's Jatun Sacha Reserve in the Amazon rainforest. These fascinating insects play a dual role as both predators and vectors of Chagas Disease, also known as American Trypanosomiasis. The image showcases the delicate beauty of these arthropods, their bodies intertwined in perfect harmony. The vibrant colors and intricate details highlight their unique biology and entomological significance. As they reproduce, these assassin bugs contribute to maintaining the delicate balance within this tropical ecosystem. The Amazon rainforest serves as an ideal backdrop for this mesmerizing display of life's wonders. Its dense foliage provides shelter and sustenance for countless species like these assassin bugs that thrive in its rich biodiversity. However, it is important to note that while visually stunning, these blood-sucking bugs can transmit Chagas Disease to humans through their bites. This zoonotic disease poses a significant health threat throughout South America. Through this remarkable photograph by DR MORLEY READ/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY, we gain insight into the complex relationships between organisms within our natural world – where beauty coexists with danger and survival intertwines with disease prevention.
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