Poster Print : Nest-Making Fish - 6
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Nest-Making Fish - 6
(polycentrus Schomburgkii) Veelsteckel (in Dutch : it means something like many- spined ) Date: 1954
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Media ID 7228831
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20x30 inch Poster Print
"Discover the captivating underwater world with our Nest-Making Fish Poster Print from Media Storehouse. This stunning image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the intricate nest-building process of the Many-Spined Fish (Polycentrus schomburgkii). Taken in 1954, this rights-managed photograph offers a unique glimpse into the fascinating behavior of this species. Decorate your walls with this vibrant and educational print, and bring a touch of the ocean into your home or office."
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, dated 1954, showcases the intriguing nest-making behavior of the Veelsteckel or Six-spined Nesting Fish, scientifically known as Polycentrus schomburgkii. Native to the tropical waters of the Western Atlantic Ocean, these small, spiny fish are masters of underwater architecture. The Veelsteckel is a unique species of marine fish that constructs complex nests using small stones and pebbles. The male fish constructs the nest, meticulously arranging the stones in a circular pattern on the ocean floor. Once completed, the male guards the nest and attracts females by producing a distinctive clicking sound. The female lays her eggs in the nest, and the male fertilizes them. After hatching, the young fish remain in the nest for several days before venturing out into the open water. This photograph, taken in the 1950s, offers a rare glimpse into the fascinating world of the Veelsteckel's nesting habits. The image captures the detail and complexity of the nest, with the small stones arranged in perfect circles, creating a protective home for the developing fish. The photograph also highlights the fish's distinctive spines, which are used for defense and camouflage. The Veelsteckel's nesting behavior is a testament to the incredible diversity and intricacy of the natural world. This photograph is not only a beautiful work of art but also a valuable record of a unique and important aspect of marine life. It invites us to appreciate the wonders of the underwater world and the incredible adaptations that allow creatures like the Veelsteckel to thrive in their aquatic environments.
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