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Fine Art Print : Striated Heron (Butorides striatus) adult, feeding from Hippopotamus (Hippopotamus amphibius) skull in water
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Striated Heron (Butorides striatus) adult, feeding from Hippopotamus (Hippopotamus amphibius) skull in water
Striated Heron (Butorides striatus) adult, feeding from Hippopotamus (Hippopotamus amphibius) skull in water, Kruger N.P. Great Limpopo Transfrontier Park, South Africa, December
FLPA images of Wildlife and nature
Media ID 10795429
© FLPA/Bob Gibbons
Australasia Australasian Bone Bones Butorides Striata Dead Death Foraging Great Limpopo Transfrontier Park Green Backed Heron Heron Herons Hippo Hippos Kruger Mangrove Heron Skeleton Skeletons Skull Skulls South Africa South African Southern Africa Eats Feeds Hippopotamus
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the captivating intersection of nature's contrasts with this stunning Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. Witness the grace and precision of a Striated Heron (Butorides striatus) as it feeds from the ancient skull of a Hippopotamus (Hippopotamus amphibius) in the tranquil waters of Kruger National Park, South Africa. This exquisite image, captured by renowned photographer Bob Gibbons of FLPA Images, transports you to the heart of the African savannah. Add this mesmerizing piece to your collection and bring the wonders of the natural world into your home or office.
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 32.9cm (21" x 13")
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 unique dining experience! This Striated Heron knows how to make the most out of an unconventional meal. Pictured here in Kruger National Park, South Africa, this adult heron is caught red-beaked as it fearlessly feasts on a Hippopotamus skull submerged in water. Who needs fish when you can have a crunchy bone-filled treat? This resourceful bird has found the perfect spot for its exotic lunch date, proving that even in the wild, fine dining is all about location. With its sleek feathers and sharp beak, this heron effortlessly navigates through the murky waters to savor every morsel from the hippo's remains. It seems like our feathered friend has quite an adventurous palate! While other birds may stick to traditional meals like fish or insects, this Striated Heron prefers something with a bit more character. Perhaps it enjoys the challenge of extracting every last piece of meat from between those massive teeth! This remarkable snapshot captures nature's circle of life in action - showcasing both beauty and survival instincts. So next time you're out foraging for food, take inspiration from our avian connoisseur here and dare to try something new. . . just maybe skip on using skulls as your dinner table centerpiece!
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