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Northern Elephant Seal
Northern Elephant Seal (Mirounga angustirostris)
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Media ID 14172334
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Beaches Elephant Nose Noses Pinniped Seal Seals Shore Wildlife Angustirostris Mirounga Pinnipeds
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 45.8cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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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1. Title: "Northern Elephant Seal: A Historical Giant of the Coastal Shores" This evocative image captures the majestic presence of a Northern Elephant Seal (Mirounga angustirostris) basking on a rocky beach. The Northern Elephant Seal is the largest species of seal in the northern and southern hemispheres, with males reaching up to 6 meters in length and weighing up to 4,500 kg. The Northern Elephant Seal's distinctive features include its long, curved, and wrinkled trunk-like nose, which is used for breathing, smelling, and grunting during mating displays. This powerful marine mammal is a pinniped, meaning it is part of the order Pinnipedia, which also includes seals, sea lions, and walruses. Historically, Northern Elephant Seals were hunted extensively for their blubber, which was used as fuel for lamps and as a source of food. By the late 1800s, their populations were critically endangered, with fewer than 100 individuals remaining. However, due to international protection, their populations have rebounded, and they can now be found along the coasts of the North Pacific Ocean and the North Atlantic Ocean. This image serves as a reminder of the historical significance of these magnificent creatures and the importance of their continued protection. The Northern Elephant Seal is a vital part of the marine ecosystem and plays a crucial role in maintaining the balance of the food chain. As we observe this solitary figure on the beach, we are reminded of the power and resilience of nature, and the responsibility we have to preserve it for future generations.
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