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Fine Art Print : Common mormon butterfly
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Common mormon butterfly
Female common mormon butterfly (Papilio polytes) feeding on flower nectar. The female of this swallowtail species is polymorphic. It has three forms, one of which resembles the male and two which mimic inedible swallowtail butterfly species
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Media ID 9331137
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Butterfly Feeding Flapping Insecta Insects Mimic Mimicry Motion Move Movement Moving Nectar Polymorphic Proboscis Swallowtail
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Breathe life into your walls with the exquisite beauty of the Common Mormon Butterfly Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. Captured in stunning detail by the expert lens of Science Photo Library, this print showcases the mesmerizing female Common Mormon Butterfly (Papilio polytes) as she gracefully feeds on nectar. Known for its captivating polymorphism, the female Common Mormon Butterfly exhibits a dazzling array of color variations. Bring the enchanting world of nature into your home with this vibrant and intricately detailed work of art.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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 37.1cm x 50.8cm (14.6" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print from Science Photo Library showcases the mesmerizing beauty of a female Common Mormon butterfly (Papilio polytes) as it delicately feeds on flower nectar. The intricate details captured in this image allow us to appreciate the remarkable features of this swallowtail species. What makes the female Common Mormon truly fascinating is its polymorphic nature, exhibiting three distinct forms. One form closely resembles the male counterpart, while the other two cleverly mimic inedible swallowtail butterfly species. The graceful motion of this zoological wonder is frozen in time, revealing its flapping wings and delicate body structure. With a single proboscis extended towards the vibrant flower, we witness nature's harmonious connection between fauna and flora. This photograph not only highlights the extraordinary biology and behavior of these insects but also sheds light on their remarkable ability to adapt through mimicry. Known as Batesian mimicry, these butterflies imitate other less palatable species for protection against predators. As we delve into entomology and explore Earth's diverse ecosystems, images like this remind us of how intricately interconnected our world truly is. Let us celebrate wildlife photography that captures fleeting moments like these, allowing us to marvel at nature's wonders and deepen our understanding of its complex mechanisms – all within a single frame by Science Photo Library.
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