Poster Print : Cambrian invertebrates, artwork
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Cambrian invertebrates, artwork
Cambrian invertebrates. Artwork of Anomalocaris (centre and upper right) and Odaraia (lower left) invertebrates, swimming in an ancient sea during the Cambrian Period. This period is known for the Cambrian Explosion (around 500 million years ago), the evolution of an extremely diverse array of invertebrates. Anomalocaris was one of the largest of the invertebrates during this period, and one of the first known carnivores. It used its two front appendages to bring food to its circular mouth (centre left). Here, the one in the foreground is pursuing the three-finned Odaraia
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Media ID 6370673
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Ancient Arthropod Burgess Shale Cambrian Cambrian Explosion Cambrian Period Carnivore Carnivorous Crustacean Diverse Evolution Extinct Large Largest Palaeobiology Palaeontological Palaeozoology Paleontological Pre Historic Pre History Predator Prey Swimming Anomalocaris Palaeontology
20x30 inch Poster Print
Discover the wonders of the ancient Cambrian sea with our stunning Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring the artwork "Cambrian Invertebrates" by Science Photo Library. This captivating image brings to life the swimming Anomalocaris and Odaraia invertebrates, iconic fossil finds from the Cambrian Period. Add an element of wonder and education to any room with these high-quality, vibrant poster prints. Perfect for schools, museums, or personal collections, these poster prints are sure to ignite the imagination and inspire a deeper appreciation for the natural world.
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 print showcases the incredible diversity of Cambrian invertebrates during the ancient Cambrian Period, approximately 500 million years ago. The artwork beautifully depicts two iconic creatures from this era: Anomalocaris and Odaraia, swimming gracefully in an ancient sea. Anomalocaris, prominently featured in the center and upper right of the image, was not only one of the largest invertebrates of its time but also one of the first known carnivores. Its distinctive circular mouth, located on the left side, was surrounded by two front appendages that it used to capture prey. In this illustration, we witness Anomalocaris pursuing its three-finned target - Odaraia - which can be seen elegantly gliding through the water towards safety. The Cambrian Explosion is renowned for giving rise to a vast array of diverse invertebrate species. This period marked a pivotal moment in evolutionary history when life on Earth experienced rapid diversification and innovation. The Burgess Shale formation has provided invaluable insights into this extraordinary chapter of our planet's past. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing artwork, we are transported back to a time when these prehistoric marine creatures ruled their underwater realm with grace and power. It serves as a reminder of our ever-evolving understanding of biology and paleontology while igniting our curiosity about Earth's rich history and its fascinating inhabitants from long ago.
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