Poster Print : Emerald Cockroach Wasp (Ampulex compressa) egg, just deposited on American Cockroach (Periplaneta americana) host
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Emerald Cockroach Wasp (Ampulex compressa) egg, just deposited on American Cockroach (Periplaneta americana) host
Emerald Cockroach Wasp (Ampulex compressa) egg, just deposited on American Cockroach (Periplaneta americana) host, South Asia, Africa and Pacific Islands (controlled conditions)
FLPA images of Wildlife and nature
Media ID 9673023
© FLPA/Emanuele Biggi
American Ampulicidae Cockroach Cockroaches Deposited Egg Host Eggs Entomophagous Host Hosts Jewel Wasp Laid Parasite Parasites Parasitic Parasitising Parasitized Parasitizing Parastised Periplaneta Americana Solitary Stung Victim Victims Wasp Wasps Zombie Zombies Zombification Zombified
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Discover the fascinating world of the Emerald Cockroach Wasp with this captivating poster print from Media Storehouse. Witness the awe-inspiring moment as the wasp lays its egg on a hapless American Cockroach, showcasing the intricate balance of nature. This stunning image, captured by FLPA/Emanuele Biggi, brings the beauty and mystery of the natural world right into your home or office. Printed on high-quality paper, this poster is a must-have for any nature enthusiast, entomologist, or anyone who appreciates the wonders of our planet.
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.
Nature's Surprising Plot Twist - The Emerald Cockroach Wasp Strikes Again!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this snapshot, we witness a real-life thriller unfolding in the insect kingdom. Meet the cunning Emerald Cockroach Wasp (Ampulex compressa), master of manipulation and expert plotter. With precision and stealth, it has just deposited its precious egg on an unsuspecting American Cockroach (Periplaneta americana) host. Hailing from South Asia, Africa, and Pacific Islands under controlled conditions (no spoilers here!), this jewel-like wasp exhibits solitary behavior that would make even the most seasoned spy envious. Armed with venomous stingers, these tiny arthropods transform their cockroach victims into zombified hosts. As our photograph reveals, the emerald-hued wasp delicately lays its eggs on the immobilized roach victim—a true parasitic masterpiece! Once hatched, these little wasps will feed upon their living incubators until they are ready to emerge as independent creatures. This bizarre yet fascinating phenomenon showcases nature's intricate web of life—where predators become puppeteers and prey unwittingly play their roles. It serves as a reminder that even in the smallest corners of our world, surprises await those who dare to look closer. So next time you encounter a seemingly ordinary cockroach scuttling by or catch sight of an emerald beauty buzzing nearby, remember that there may be more than meets the eye. Nature's twists and turns never fail to astonish
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