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Fine Art Print : 13132571. Portuguese man o war, Physalia physalis, at sunset
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13132571. Portuguese man o war, Physalia physalis, at sunset
Portuguese man o war, Physalia physalis, at sunset. The gas-filled bladder, or pneumatophore, remains at the surface, while the remainder is submerged. Portuguese man o war have no means of propulsion, and move passively driven by the winds, currents, and tides. Strong winds may drive them into bays or onto beaches. Often, finding a single Portuguese man o war is followed by finding many others in the vicinity. Because they can sting while beached, the discovery of a man o war washed up on a beach may lead to the closure of the beach. Stings from a Portuguese man o war are often extremely painful. They result in severe dermatitis characterized by long, thin, open wounds that resemble those caused by a whip. These are not caused by any impact or cutting action, but by irritating urticariogenic substances in the tentacles. Using its venomous tentacles, a man o war traps and paralyzes its prey while reeling it inwards to the digestive polyps. It typically feeds on small marine organisms, such as fish and plankton. Azores, Portugal Date
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the mesmerizing beauty of the natural world with our Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring Mary Evans Picture Library's captivating image of the Portuguese Man O' War (Physalia physalis). Witness the breathtaking sight of this venomous jellyfish at sunset, with its gas-filled pneumatophore gracefully bobbing at the water's surface while the rest of its body remains submerged. Bring this stunning work of art into your home and let it transport you to the wonders of the deep sea. Order your Fine Art Print today and add a touch of underwater magic to your living space.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.5cm x 50.8cm (14.8" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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.
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. In this breathtaking print captured by Mary Evans Picture Library, we witness the enchanting beauty of a Portuguese man o' war at sunset. As the golden rays paint the sky, this unique creature floats effortlessly on the water's surface, its gas-filled bladder keeping it afloat while its body remains submerged. But don't be fooled by its serene appearance! These fascinating creatures have no means of propulsion and rely on winds, currents, and tides to move around. Sometimes strong gusts even push them into unexpected places like bays or beaches. And guess what? Where there's one man o' war, there are often many more nearby! However, encountering these beach invaders can lead to some serious consequences. Their stings are known to cause excruciating pain and result in long whip-like wounds resembling those caused by a whip. Ouch! No wonder finding a stranded man o' war may prompt beach closures. But let's not dwell on their stingy side too much because these venomous tentacled wonders also play an important role in nature. Using their tentacles as lethal weapons, they trap and paralyze prey before reeling it towards their digestive polyps for a tasty meal of small marine organisms like fish and plankton. So next time you stumble upon one of these captivating creatures washed up ashore or gracefully floating in the sea, remember to admire from afar and appreciate nature's incredible creations!
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