Fine Art Print : Snail opening, SEM
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Snail opening, SEM
Snail opening. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the closed operculum (opening) of a laver spire snail (Hydrobia ulvae). The snail can seal itself inside its shell by pulling a plug (brown) over the operculum. It does this to protect itself from predators. This snail inhabits estuaries and coastal mudflats. It is a small snail, reaching a maximum length of around a centimetre. Magnification: x43 at 6x7cm size
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Media ID 9331003
© POWER AND SYRED/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
Aperture Brackish Estuarine Mollusca Operculum Plug Shell Snail Vertical Mud Flat Wadden
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the intricate beauty of the natural world with Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints. This captivating image, captured through Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) by Science Photo Library, reveals the mesmerizing closed operculum of a laver spire snail (Hydrobia ulvae). Each print is meticulously crafted to bring the vivid colors and stunning details of this microscopic marvel into your home or office. Experience the wonder of nature up close with Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints.
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 40.6cm x 47.5cm (16" x 18.7")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the intricate world of a laver spire snail, captured through a coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). The image reveals the closed operculum, or opening, of this fascinating creature. With its ability to seal itself inside its shell by pulling a plug over the operculum, the snail employs an ingenious defense mechanism against potential predators. The brown plug visible in the photograph serves as a protective barrier for this small snail that calls estuaries and coastal mudflats home. Measuring no more than a centimeter in length, this mollusk thrives in brackish environments. Its presence is vital to maintaining biodiversity within these habitats. At magnification x43 and printed at 6x7cm size, every detail of this tiny marvel becomes apparent. From the vertical orientation that emphasizes its elongated form to the vibrant colors highlighting its unique features, this SEM offers viewers an up-close encounter with nature's wonders. As we gaze upon this remarkable image from Science Photo Library, let us appreciate not only the beauty but also the resilience exhibited by creatures like Hydrobia ulvae. Through their adaptations and survival strategies such as sealing themselves within their shells using an operculum plug, they remind us of nature's endless capacity for innovation and protection.
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