Poster Print : Kelp holdfast (Laminaria digitata)
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Kelp holdfast (Laminaria digitata)
Kelp holdfast (Laminaria digitata.). This is a root-like structure with which the blade of kelp is attached to the sea-bed. Holdfasts provide a habitat for limpets, bryozoans, hydroids and sea spiders. Kelp is used in the production of glass, soap and foodstuffs. Photographed in Devon, UK
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Media ID 6276889
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Alga Algae Algal Anchor Blades Brown Coast Habitat Kelp Moist Rock Rocks Sea Weed Shore Brown Alga Holdfast Laminaria Digitata
18x24 inch Poster Print
Discover the underwater wonders of the ocean with our Media Storehouse Poster Prints. Feast your eyes on the intricate beauty of the Kelp Holdfast (Laminaria digitata), a root-like structure that anchors the blade of kelp to the seabed. This captivating image, sourced from Science Photo Library, brings the depths of the sea right into your home or office. Our high-quality poster prints are sure to inspire awe and curiosity, making them a perfect addition to any space. Bring a piece of the marine world into your daily life with Media Storehouse Poster Prints.
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 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the intricate beauty of a Kelp holdfast (Laminaria digitata) found in the coastal waters of Devon, UK. The holdfast serves as a vital anchor for the kelp blade, firmly attaching it to the sea-bed. However, its significance goes beyond mere support. In this mesmerizing habitat, various marine organisms find refuge and sustenance. Limpets cling onto its sturdy structure while bryozoans create delicate colonies on its surface. Hydroids sway with the ocean currents and sea spiders navigate through this thriving ecosystem. Kelp itself holds immense value beyond its ecological role. It has been utilized for centuries in glass production, soap making, and even as an ingredient in foodstuffs. Its versatility reflects both nature's ingenuity and humanity's resourcefulness. Set against the backdrop of Europe's enchanting coastline, this photograph showcases not only the rich biodiversity but also highlights our interconnectedness with nature. The brown hues of these algae harmoniously blend with moist rocks creating a visually stunning scene that exemplifies Britain's natural wonders. As we admire this image captured by Science Photo Library, let us appreciate how biology intertwines with botany and marine life to create such awe-inspiring ecosystems like these kelp forests along our shores - reminding us of our responsibility to protect and preserve them for generations to come.
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