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DISPLACED PENGUINS ARE RETURNED TO SEA NEAR CAPE TOWN
Formerly oiled penguins taste freedom as they are returned to the sea near
Cape Town, July 28 2000. The birds were among thousands of penguins rescued
in a mass evacuation after an ore carrier sank recently close to their
breeding grounds on islands north west of Cape Town. Conservation groups and
volunteers have been feeding and cleaning the birds in a converted warehouse
in the city. NO RIGHTS CLEARANCES OR PERMISSIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR THIS IMAGE REUTERS/MIKE HUTCHINGS MH/WS
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Media ID 19265156
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Experience the power of visual storytelling with our Media Storehouse Poster Prints. This captivating image, "Displaced Penguins Are Returned to Sea Near Cape Town" by Mike Hutchings of Reuters Images, tells a compelling story of hope and survival. Witness the heartwarming moment as formerly oiled penguins are released back into their natural habitat, symbolizing their triumph over adversity. Bring this inspiring photograph into your home or office to remind you of the resilience of nature and the importance of preserving our precious wildlife. Each print is professionally printed on high-quality matte paper to ensure vibrant colors and long-lasting durability.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.3cm x 20.3cm (11.9" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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In this heartwarming print captured by Mike Hutchings, we witness a moment of triumph for a group of displaced penguins near Cape Town. Formerly oiled and confined to a converted warehouse, these resilient creatures are finally tasting freedom as they are returned to the vast sea on July 28,2000. These penguins were part of an extensive rescue operation after an unfortunate incident involving an ore carrier that sank close to their breeding grounds on islands northwest of Cape Town. Thousands of these precious birds were saved from harm's way and brought to safety by dedicated conservation groups and volunteers. The image showcases the dedication and compassion exhibited by those involved in the rehabilitation process. Conservationists tirelessly fed and cleaned these adorable creatures in a converted warehouse until they were ready to be reintroduced into their natural habitat. As we gaze at this photograph, our hearts swell with joy as we witness nature reclaiming its own. The penguins waddle towards the open sea, their flippers outstretched in anticipation. It is a poignant reminder that even amidst adversity, hope can prevail. Mike Hutchings' lens has immortalized this remarkable moment when these once-displaced penguins taste freedom once again. Their journey serves as an inspiration for us all – reminding us that through collective effort and unwavering determination, we can restore balance to our fragile ecosystems and protect the diverse wildlife that inhabits them.
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