Metal Print : Haustellum haustellum, snipes bill murex
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Haustellum haustellum, snipes bill murex
A pair of snipes bill murex (Haustellum haustellum ). This marine Gastropod originates from the Indo-Pacific near Japan
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Media ID 8610264
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Aperture Bill Black Background Gastropod Gastropoda Mollusc Mollusca Mollusk Murex Neogastropoda Pacific Pointed Rough Shell Specimen Spike Invertebrata Murex Snail Muricid Muricidae Rock Snail
10"x8" (25x20cm) Table Top Metal Print
Bring the beauty of the deep sea into your home with Media Storehouse's Metal Prints. Featuring the intricately patterned Haustellum haustellum, also known as the snipes bill murex, this exquisite marine gastropod is native to the Indo-Pacific waters near Japan. Our high-quality metal prints are not only visually stunning but also durable and long-lasting, making them the perfect addition to any room in your house. This captivating image of the Haustellum haustellum is sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online and is sure to inspire awe and wonder in all who see it. Order your Metal Print today and bring a piece of the ocean into your world.
Table Top Metal Prints feature rounded corners and an easel back for easy display. Available in two sizes, 18x13cm (7x5) or 25x20cm (10x8). Lightweight and vibrant, they are perfect for displaying artwork and are guaranteed to add style to any desk or table top. The unique material is fade, moisture, chemical and scratch resistant to help ensure this art lasts a lifetime.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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
In this image, we find a pair of Haustellum haustellum, also known as snipes bill murex or rock snails, gracefully resting on a black background. These intriguing marine gastropods hail from the Indo-Pacific region, with a notable distribution near Japan. The Haustellum haustellum is a member of the Neogastropoda class, specifically the Muricidae family, and is characterized by its unique, rough, spiky shell. The shell of the snipes bill murex is elongated and conical, with a pointed apex and a large, pointed aperture. The exterior surface is adorned with numerous, irregularly arranged, sharp spikes, giving the shell a distinct, textured appearance. These defensive structures protect the snail from predators and provide a secure hiding place. The Haustellum haustellum derives its common name from the resemblance of its elongated, siphon-like proboscis, or "snipe's bill," to the long, curved beak of a snipe bird. This feature allows the snail to extend its soft body out of its shell and search for food on the rocky seafloor. As invertebrates, Haustellum haustellum lacks a backbone and belongs to the phylum Mollusca. They play a crucial role in the marine ecosystem as herbivores, feeding on various types of algae and detritus. The snipes bill murex is a fascinating example of the diverse and intricately designed creatures that inhabit our oceans.
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