Canvas Print : Parrotfish - sleeping in the safety of its sand spotted mucus cocoon. The cocoon is made by inflating the mucus coating on the fishes scales and keeps ectoparsites and other creatures away while the fish sleeps. Heron Island
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Parrotfish - sleeping in the safety of its sand spotted mucus cocoon. The cocoon is made by inflating the mucus coating on the fishes scales and keeps ectoparsites and other creatures away while the fish sleeps. Heron Island
VT-8719
Parrotfish - sleeping in the safety of its sand spotted mucus cocoon
Heron Island, Great Barrier Reef.
Scarus sp.
The cocoon is made by inflating the mucus coating on the fishes scales and keeps ectoparsites and other creatures away while the fish sleeps.
Valerie & Ron Taylor
Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway.
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Media ID 3758608
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30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Bring the wonders of the underwater world into your home with our stunning Media Storehouse Canvas Print of the Parrotfish, captured in a unique moment of rest. Sleeping peacefully on the coral reefs of Heron Island in the Great Barrier Reef, this vibrant Parrotfish (Scarus sp) is protected by its sand-spotted mucus cocoon. This natural defense mechanism inflates the fish's mucus coating on its scales, creating a barrier against ectoparasites and other creatures. Ron and Valerie Taylor's exquisite photograph from Ardea Wildlife Pets Environment transports you to the breathtaking beauty of the reef, making this a must-have addition to any marine-inspired décor.
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.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
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.
Sweet Dreams in a Slimy Slumber - Parrotfish's Secret Sleep Hack!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this snapshot captured by renowned photographers Ron and Valerie Taylor, we witness the incredible ingenuity of marine life. Meet VT-8719, the sleepy parrotfish who has mastered the art of beauty sleep like no other! Nestled amidst the vibrant coral reefs of Heron Island in Australia's Great Barrier Reef, this colorful creature has found an ingenious way to ensure uninterrupted rest. As night falls and its eyelids grow heavy, our little friend inflates a mucus cocoon around itself – talk about sleeping in style! This slimy sanctuary acts as a protective shield against pesky ectoparasites and curious critters that might disturb its peaceful slumber. With each scale coated in this gooey armor, VT-8719 can snooze away without any worries. As we zoom closer into the photograph, we can't help but admire the serene expression on our parrotfish's face. Its mouth gently closed, head resting comfortably on a bed of sand-spotted mucus cocoons – it truly is a picture-perfect moment frozen in time. So next time you find yourself tossing and turning at night, remember VT-8719's clever trick! While humans may not have access to such nifty mucus cocoons (thankfully!), let this photo serve as a reminder that even underwater creatures know how to catch some Zs with flair. Kudos to nature for always surprising us
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