Fine Art Print : Sac Fungus (Cordyceps sp. ) fruiting bodies emerging from dead parasitized Spider (Ctenidae sp. ), Manu Road
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Sac Fungus (Cordyceps sp. ) fruiting bodies emerging from dead parasitized Spider (Ctenidae sp. ), Manu Road
Sac Fungus (Cordyceps sp.) fruiting bodies emerging from dead parasitized Spider (Ctenidae sp.), Manu Road, Departemento Cuzco, Andes, Peru
FLPA images of Wildlife and nature
Media ID 6573329
© FLPA/Emanuele Biggi
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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the mesmerizing beauty of nature with our Fine Art Print of Sac Fungus (Cordyceps sp.) fruiting bodies emerging from a dead parasitized Spider (Ctenidae sp.) by renowned photographer Emanuele Biggi. Captured along Manu Road in the Departamento Cuzco, Andes, Peru, this image showcases the intricate relationship between fungi and arachnids in the most stunning way. Each print is meticulously produced using high-quality materials, ensuring vibrant colors and exceptional detail that bring the magic of the Andes right into your home or office. Add this unique and captivating piece to your collection and inspire awe in all who see it.
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.
Nature's Macabre Tango - Spider Meets its Fungal Dance Partner in the Andean Mountains of Peru!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this jaw-dropping snapshot captured by FLPA photographer Emanuele Biggi, we witness a truly bizarre and otherworldly scene unfolding on the Manu Road in Departemento Cuzco. It's a dance macabre between life and death, as Sac Fungus (Cordyceps sp. ) fruiting bodies emerge triumphantly from their unsuspecting host - a dead parasitized spider (Ctenidae sp. ). This peculiar phenomenon takes place high up in the majestic Andes mountains, where tropical meets montane. The vibrant colors of South America are juxtaposed with an eerie twist that only nature can conjure. Imagine stumbling upon this surreal sight during your hike! The intricate web of life unfolds before our eyes as these parasitic fungi take control over their arachnid victims. In a twisted symbiotic relationship, the fungus kills its host while simultaneously using it as a platform for its own growth and reproduction. It's like witnessing Mother Nature's very own horror movie – spiders turned into zombie-like marionettes! This photo serves as a reminder that even in the most remote corners of our planet, there is always something strange and wonderful waiting to be discovered. So next time you venture into the wilds of Peru or any other exotic location, keep your eyes peeled for nature's oddities – who knows what kind of spine-tingling surprises await
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