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Fine Art Print : Greenland shark (Somniosus microcephalus) with parasitic copepod (Ommatokoita elongata)
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Greenland shark (Somniosus microcephalus) with parasitic copepod (Ommatokoita elongata)
Greenland shark (Somniosus microcephalus) with parasitic copepod (Ommatokoita elongata), under ice, Lancaster Sound, Nunavut, northern Baffin Island, Canada, Arctic
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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the breathtaking beauty of the Arctic with our Fine Art Print of Franco Banfi's captivating image of a Greenland shark (Somniosus microcephalus) from Nature Picture Library. This extraordinary photograph showcases the shark's ethereal under-ice environment, where it is gracefully accompanied by a parasitic copepod (Ommatokoita elongata). Bring the enchanting Arctic landscape into your home or office with this exquisite, museum-quality print, perfect for adding depth and intrigue to any space.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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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Talk about a clingy relationship! This Greenland shark is showing off its unique fashion accessory - a parasitic copepod that just won't let go. It's like having your own personal hitchhiker, but in the underwater world! Captured under the icy depths of Lancaster Sound in Nunavut, Canada, this print by Franco Banfi showcases the fascinating symbiotic relationship between these two creatures. The Greenland shark, known for its mysterious nature and slow-moving demeanor, seems unfazed by its tiny companion. The copepod, identified as Ommatokoita elongata, has found the perfect host in this cartilaginous giant. With its long body and sharp claws firmly attached to the shark's skin, it enjoys an easy ride through the Arctic waters. This snapshot offers a glimpse into the intricate web of life beneath the surface. From jawed fish to crustaceans and everything in between, our oceans are teeming with incredible biodiversity. So next time you find yourself feeling weighed down by life's challenges, remember this resilient duo swimming effortlessly together. If they can make it work underwater with such contrasting sizes and species differences – we can surely conquer anything!
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