Fine Art Print : Redbilled Oxpecker on Cape buffalo (Syncerus caffer)- Symbiosis by cleaning the buffalo skin from ticks. Oxpecker beak open because of the heat Sabi Sabi game reserve, South Africa

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Redbilled Oxpecker on Cape buffalo (Syncerus caffer)- Symbiosis by cleaning the buffalo skin from ticks. Oxpecker beak open because of the heat Sabi Sabi game reserve, South Africa

VG-22435
Red-billed OXPECKER on African / Cape buffalo (Syncerus caffer) - symbiosis by cleaning the buffalo skin from ticks. Oxpecker beak open because of the heat.
Sabi Sabi game reserve, South Africa
Buphagus erythrorhynchus
Paul Van Gaalen
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Bison Buffalo Cleaning Co Operation Cooling Face To Face Flapping Funny Grooming Oxpecker Oxpeckers Parasite Parasites Partnership Size Sizes South Africa Symbiosis Talking Temperature Control With Other Animals Mixed Species Syncerus Caffer

21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print

Experience the captivating symbiosis between nature's perfect partners with our Fine Art Print of a Red-billed Oxpecker (Buphagus erythrorynchus) in action on a Cape Buffalo (Syncerus caffer) at Sabi Sabi Game Reserve, South Africa. Witness the Oxpecker's open beak, a result of the scorching African heat, as it meticulously picks ticks from the buffalo's skin. This stunning photograph by Paul van Gaalen, captured through Ardea Wildlife, brings the breathtaking beauty and intricate relationship between these two species to your home. Add this exquisite piece to your collection and bring a touch of the African savannah into your living 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.

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 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")

Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" 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.

EDITORS COMMENTS
Talk about a hot gossip session! This print captures the hilarious moment when a Redbilled Oxpecker and a Cape buffalo engage in some serious chit-chat. With its beak wide open, the Oxpecker seems to be complaining about the scorching heat while simultaneously giving its buffalo buddy a much-needed tick cleaning service. In this unique display of partnership and symbiosis, these two unlikely pals have formed an unbreakable bond. The oxpecker gets a tasty meal by feasting on parasites that infest the buffalo's skin, while the buffalo enjoys being pampered with an all-natural spa treatment. It's like having your own personal grooming assistant! Their face-to-face interaction is both comical and heartwarming. You can almost imagine them exchanging stories about their adventures in Sabi Sabi game reserve, South Africa - from daring escapes to funny encounters with other animals. But it's not just about looking good; these clever creatures are also masters of temperature control. As they flap their wings to cool down under the scorching African sun, you can't help but admire their resourcefulness. So next time you're feeling hot under the collar, remember this dynamic duo who know how to beat the heat in style! And if you ever need someone to clean your ticks or provide some entertaining conversation, just look for your very own Redbilled Oxpecker.

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