Poster Print : Hoopoe - perched on roof with caught spider in beak, Alentejo region, Portugal
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Hoopoe - perched on roof with caught spider in beak, Alentejo region, Portugal
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Hoopoe - perched on roof with caught spider in beak
Alentejo region, Portugal
Upupa epops
Duncan Usher
Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway.
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Media ID 3757482
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Food In Beak Food In Mouth Hoopoe Hoopoes Portugal Roof Spider Spiders
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Bring the enchanting beauty of the natural world into your home with our Media Storehouse range of poster prints. This stunning image captures the moment of triumph for the Hoopoe bird (Upupa epops) as it proudly displays its catch of the day - a spider, skillfully held in its distinctive curved beak. Taken in the picturesque Alentejo region of Portugal by acclaimed wildlife photographer Duncan Usher of Ardea Wildlife, Pets, and Environment, this poster is a testament to the intricate balance of nature. Add a touch of the exotic to your space, and relish the serenity of the natural world with every glance. Note: These prints are intended for personal display purposes only.
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious semi-gloss satin 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.3cm x 20.2cm (11.9" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
Spider Snack - Hoopoe's Delight in Portugal!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this snapshot captured by Duncan Usher, we witness a truly remarkable moment in the Alentejo region of Portugal. Perched majestically on a rooftop, our feathered friend, the hoopoe, proudly displays its latest culinary conquest - a juicy spider dangling from its beak. With their distinctively vibrant plumage and iconic crest atop their heads, hoopoes are known for their unique beauty. But it seems they also possess an adventurous palate! This daring bird has fearlessly snatched up its eight-legged meal and is now relishing every bite. As we marvel at this incredible display of nature's wonders, let us not forget the intricate web spun by spiders themselves. While some may find them creepy or crawly, to our hoopoe companion here, it’s simply another delectable morsel to savor. The picturesque backdrop of Portugal's charming rooftops adds an extra touch of charm to this already extraordinary scene. It serves as a reminder that even amidst human settlements, wildlife can thrive and surprise us with their resourcefulness. So next time you spot a tiny spider weaving its delicate threads or hear the distinctive call of a hoopoe overhead, take a moment to appreciate the fascinating world around us – where even unexpected encounters like these can bring joy and wonderment into our lives.
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