Photographic Print : Emerald Cockroach Wasp (Ampulex compressa) adult female, stinging American Cockroach (Periplaneta americana)
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Emerald Cockroach Wasp (Ampulex compressa) adult female, stinging American Cockroach (Periplaneta americana)
Emerald Cockroach Wasp (Ampulex compressa) adult female, stinging American Cockroach (Periplaneta americana) to obliterate sense of fear and turn it into zombie, South Asia, Africa and Pacific Islands (controlled conditions)
FLPA images of Wildlife and nature
Media ID 9673009
© FLPA/Emanuele Biggi
American Ampulicidae Cockroach Cockroaches Egg Host Entomophagous Host Hosts Jewel Wasp Parasite Parasites Parasitic Parasitising Parasitized Parasitizing Parastised Periplaneta Americana Solitary Species Sting Stinging Stung Victim Victims Wasp Wasps Zombie Zombies Zombification Zombified Stings
15"x10" (37.5x25cm) Poster
High-quality poster prints are available in a range of sizes and are printed on 270 gsm semi-glossy silk finish poster paper. An affordable option for decorating any space, they are perfect for fixing straight onto walls. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 37.5cm x 25cm (14.8" x 9.8")
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.
Zombie Transformation - When Fear Becomes Fashionable!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this photo, we witness a truly bizarre encounter between two unlikely creatures. The Emerald Cockroach Wasp, with its vibrant emerald hue and delicate wings, takes center stage as it fearlessly stings an unsuspecting American Cockroach. But wait! This is no ordinary sting; it's a transformational zap that turns the cockroach into a zombie! With South Asia, Africa, and Pacific Islands as their playgrounds (under controlled conditions), these cunning wasps have perfected the art of obliterating fear. Just like a skilled magician waving their wand, they transform their victims into mindless zombies under their control. The female wasp showcases her solitary behavior in this snapshot - she's not one to share the limelight! As an arthropod enthusiast's dream come true, this image captures the intricate details of both insects' anatomy. From the jewel-like exoskeleton of the wasp to the rugged resilience of its cockroach victim – nature never ceases to amaze us. It's fascinating how such tiny creatures can wield so much power over others. These parasitic wasps are entomophagous experts who lay eggs inside living hosts for their larvae to feed on later. Talk about unconventional parenting! So next time you spot a fearless wasp buzzing around or catch sight of an unlucky zombified cockroach roaming aimlessly - remember that even in nature's most peculiar moments, there is beauty and intrigue
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