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Canvas Print : Carcass of a flamingo lies on the dried-up area of Lake Nakuru in Kenyas Rift Valley
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Carcass of a flamingo lies on the dried-up area of Lake Nakuru in Kenyas Rift Valley
The carcass of a flamingo lies on the dried-up area of Lake Nakuru in Kenyas Rift Valley, 160km (99 miles) west of the capital Nairobi, November 11, 2006. According to Kenya Wildlife Services, the flamingo population at the lake has decreased to 200, 000 from 800, 000 because of the lack of water due to the massive destruction of the lakes main catchment area - the Mau forest. REUTERS/Antony Njuguna (KENYA) - GM1DTXPNMaA
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Media ID 19602479
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Bring the breathtaking beauty of the natural world into your home with Media Storehouse's Canvas Prints. This stunning image, captured by renowned photographer Antony Njuguna of Reuters Images, depicts the carcass of a flamingo against the backdrop of the dried-up Lake Nakuru in Kenya's Rift Valley. Experience the vibrant colors and intricate details of this powerful photograph, perfectly preserved on a high-quality canvas print. A truly captivating addition to any room, this print is sure to inspire awe and spark conversation.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
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Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This haunting print captures the tragic scene of a carcass of a flamingo lying on the dried-up area of Lake Nakuru in Kenya's Rift Valley. Taken by photographer Antony Njuguna, this image serves as a stark reminder of the devastating impact human activities can have on our environment. The once vibrant and thriving lake, known for its abundant flamingo population, now stands as a desolate wasteland due to the lack of water caused by the destruction of its main catchment area - the Mau forest. According to Kenya Wildlife Services, the number of flamingos at Lake Nakuru has plummeted from 800,000 to just 200,000. The lifeless body of this majestic bird symbolizes not only its own demise but also reflects upon the broader ecological crisis unfolding in this region. The loss of habitat and disruption to natural ecosystems have pushed these graceful creatures towards extinction. Njuguna's photograph serves as both an indictment and a call to action. It compels us to confront our role in this environmental catastrophe and urges us to take immediate steps towards conservation and restoration efforts. It is a poignant reminder that we must act swiftly if we are to prevent further devastation and preserve our planet's delicate balance for future generations.
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