Poster Print : Venuss girdle, a type of comb jellyfish
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Venuss girdle, a type of comb jellyfish
Venuss Girdle. Macrophotograph of a coiled, ribbon-like Venuss Girdle or Sea Sword, Cestus veneris, appearing glassy-blue. C. veneris is a comb jellyfish which feeds on plankton. It has rows of tiny, cilia-like tentacles along the length of its body. These capture plankton and direct it to the creatures mouth. C. veneris can grow up to 8cm wide and 150 cm long. Whilst feeding, C. veneris normally hangs straight in the water and is almost transparent but for a greenish-gold glimmer from the tentacles. When disturbed it swims with snake-like movements and appears blue. Venuss Girdle also has the ability to phosphoresce at night
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Media ID 6469665
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A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Bring the mesmerizing underwater world into your home or office with Media Storehouse's stunning poster prints. This captivating image showcases the beauty of the Venuss Girdle, also known as the Sea Sword (Cestus veneris), a unique and intriguing comb jellyfish. With its ribbon-like, glassy-blue appearance, the Venuss Girdle adds an ethereal touch to any space. Our high-quality poster prints are printed on premium paper, ensuring vibrant colors and sharp details that bring the Science Photo Library's photograph to life. Experience the wonder of the ocean every day with Media Storehouse's Venuss Girdle poster print.
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.
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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) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the mesmerizing beauty of a Venuss Girdle, a remarkable type of comb jellyfish. The image captures the delicate and ethereal nature of this creature, with its coiled, ribbon-like body shimmering in a glassy-blue hue. Cestus veneris, as it is scientifically known, possesses rows of tiny tentacles that resemble cilia along its elongated form. These tentacles play a crucial role in capturing plankton for nourishment by directing it towards the creature's mouth. With dimensions reaching up to 8cm wide and an astonishing 150cm long, this comb jellyfish displays an impressive size. Typically found hanging straight in water while feeding on plankton, Cestus veneris appears almost transparent except for a subtle greenish-gold glimmer emanating from its tentacles. However, when disturbed or threatened, it gracefully moves through the water with snake-like motions and takes on a striking blue coloration. One particularly fascinating feature of Venuss Girdle is its ability to phosphoresce at night—a breathtaking phenomenon that adds another layer of enchantment to these already captivating creatures. This extraordinary photograph not only highlights the intricate details and vibrant colors present in nature but also serves as a reminder of the diverse and awe-inspiring wonders that inhabit our planet's oceans.
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