Greetings Card : Razorbill (Alca torda) adult, winter plumage, washed ashore after contamination from polyisobutene oil additive at sea
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Razorbill (Alca torda) adult, winter plumage, washed ashore after contamination from polyisobutene oil additive at sea
Razorbill (Alca torda) adult, winter plumage, washed ashore after contamination from polyisobutene oil additive at sea, affecting waterproof coating and ability to float, Chesil Beach, Dorset, England, January 2013
FLPA images of Wildlife and nature
Media ID 9676261
© FLPA/Steve Trewhella
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Greetings Card (7"x5")
Experience the poignant beauty and tragic reality of nature with our Media Storehouse Greetings Cards featuring the Razorbill in Winter Plumage. This powerful and elegant seabird, captured by FLPA/Steve Trewhella from FLPA Images, tells a heartbreaking story of survival against the odds. Witness the heart-wrenching image of a Razorbill, washed ashore on Chesil Beach, Dorset, after being contaminated by polyisobutene oil additives in the sea. The once waterproof coating that kept it afloat is now compromised, leaving this majestic creature stranded. Our cards are the perfect way to convey deep emotions, bringing awareness to environmental issues while expressing your thoughts and feelings to loved ones.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Oops, I think I've lost my waterproof coat! Can someone lend me a towel?". This hilarious photo captures the unfortunate mishap of a Razorbill bird who seems to have misplaced its essential winter plumage. After an encounter with polyisobutene oil additive at sea, this poor avian friend found itself washed ashore on Chesil Beach in Dorset, England. Looking slightly disheveled and definitely in need of some fashion advice, our feathered friend is seen here sporting a rather unconventional look. The once sleek and waterproof coating has been affected by the contamination, leaving this Razorbill feeling less than buoyant. With its ability to float compromised, it's safe to say that swimming might not be high on the agenda for this particular bird anytime soon. However, fear not! Our resilient Razorbill still manages to maintain its sense of humor as it strikes a comical pose for the camera. This quirky snapshot serves as a reminder of how even nature's most stylish creatures can fall victim to unexpected fashion disasters. So next time you're out exploring the coastlines or simply strolling along the beach, keep an eye out for any fashionable birds in need of assistance – they may just provide you with some much-needed comic relief!
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