Greetings Card : Springtail in amber
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Springtail in amber
Springtail, Collembola: Entomobryidae trapped in Dominican amber. The insects spring has been preserved in a folded position under its body
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Amber Arthropod Arthropoda Collembola Dominican Fossil Fossilised Hexapod Hexapoda Insecta Preserved Springtail Translucent Invertebrata
Greetings Card (7"x5")
"Bring a touch of natural wonder to your loved ones with our exquisite Springtail in Amber greeting cards from Media Storehouse. This captivating design, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a beautifully preserved Collembola insect, or springtail, trapped in Dominican amber. With its springy legs folded beneath its body, this entomological gem encapsulates the essence of rebirth and new beginnings that spring represents. Share the beauty of nature's intricacies and make your message all the more meaningful with our Springtail in Amber greeting cards."
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 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
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
1. Title: A Timeless Leap in Spring: The Enchanting Preservation of a Springtail in Dominican Amber 2. Description: This image showcases a perfectly preserved Springtail, a tiny yet fascinating member of the Collembola family, entombed in a piece of Dominican amber. The insect's spring, or abdominal appendage, is visible in a folded position beneath its body, adding to the intrigue of this ancient find. 3. Background: Springtails, also known as Collembolans or hopping mites, are hexapod invertebrates belonging to the class Hexapoda and order Collembola. They are commonly found in various terrestrial habitats, including soil, leaf litter, and moss. With over 6,000 known species, they are one of the most diverse groups of animals in the world. 4. Preservation in Amber: Amber, a fossilized tree resin, offers a unique opportunity to preserve organisms from the distant past. The slow and meticulous process of resin hardening and fossilization results in an exceptional level of detail, allowing scientists to study these ancient creatures as if they were still alive. In this image, the translucent yellow amber provides a window into the world of the past, revealing the delicate structures of the Springtail's exoskeleton and the intricate details of its preserved appendages. 5. The Fascinating Spring: The Springtail's most distinctive feature is its spring, a modified hindgut that functions as a catapult, enabling the insect to leap up to 100 times its body length. This adaptation allows Springtails to quickly escape predators or find new food sources, making them an essential component of various ecosystems. 6. A Glimpse into the Past: This image of a Springtail in Dominican amber offers a captivating glimpse into the ancient world, providing valuable insights into the morphology and behavior of these fascinating creatures. As we marvel at the intricacies of this preserved specimen, we are reminded of the rich history and diversity of life on Earth.
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