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Namaqua chameleon catching prey
Namaqua chameleon (Chamaeleo namaquensis) catching prey with its unfurled tongue. This tongue extends out extremely rapidly in just a few fractions of a second. Here, it has caught an Onymacris plana beetle. This chameleon is found in the Namib Desert of Namibia and Angola, where it feeds on insects, and small lizards and snakes. Photographed in Namibia
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Africa African Animal Behaviour Arid Beetle Biomechanics Carnivore Carnivorous Catching Caught Chameleon Desert Fast Feeding Herpetology Hunting Insectivore Insectivorous Lizard Mechanism Namib Desert Namibia Namibian Predator Predatory Prey Rapid Reptile Sand Speed Tongue Chamaeleo Namaquensis Namaqua Chameleon
18x24 inch Poster Print
"Experience the wonders of the natural world with our Namaqua Chameleon Poster Print from Media Storehouse and Science Photo Library. Witness the incredible moment as this agile reptile, Chamaeleo namaquensis, catches its prey with lightning-fast reflexes and an unfurled tongue. This stunning photograph captures the beauty and intrigue of the Namaqua Chameleon in action. Bring this mesmerizing image into your home or office and elevate your space with a touch of the wild. Order now and let the adventure begin!"
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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 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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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This print showcases the incredible speed and agility of the Namaqua chameleon (Chamaeleo namaquensis) as it catches its prey with its unfurled tongue. In just a fraction of a second, this remarkable reptile extends its tongue out rapidly, capturing an Onymacris plana beetle in the Namib Desert of Namibia and Angola. The Namib Desert serves as the backdrop for this stunning display of nature's prowess. With its arid landscape and vast expanses of sand, it provides the perfect hunting ground for this carnivorous chameleon. Found exclusively in this region, it sustains itself by feeding on insects, small lizards, and snakes. The intricate mechanism behind this predatory act is truly mesmerizing. The chameleon's lightning-fast tongue strike allows it to secure its meal effortlessly. This single moment frozen in time captures not only the beauty but also the complexity of animal behavior and biomechanics. As we delve into zoology and herpetology through this image, we are reminded of Africa's rich biodiversity. The Namaqua chameleon represents one piece within a larger puzzle that makes up our planet's diverse fauna. Photographed in Namibia by Science Photo Library, this print offers us a glimpse into an extraordinary encounter between predator and prey—a testament to both nature's ingenuity and our fascination with wildlife photography.
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