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Framed Print of Siphonophore Colony
Siphonophores (order Siphonophora) are colonial organisms. The individuals in each colony are genetically identical and are attached to one another; they are called zooids. Each individual zooid has a specialization such as locomotion, food gathering, digestion, reproduction, etc. One group of zooids sting and stun prey items - these are the zooids forming tentacles. The tentacles contain stinging nematocysts. Nematocysts are microscopic structures embedded in the tissues of the tentacles. A nematocyst has a coiled and hollow structure within it; the leading side of the hollow structure has a hardened open end with barbs. A hair-like trigger on the outside of the nematocyst triggers the system. When discharged, the tube shoots from the nematocyst, the end punctures the skin of a prey item, the barbs hold the structure in place, and the system delivers venom into another organism. The venom of siphonophores is strong enough to paralyze prey items. It can also impact humans - particularly while swimming. Encounters with siphonophores can be painful and can compromise the muscular system in humans, leading to a risk of drowning. Siphonophores can grow to quite some size (some species can attain lengths of ~40meters (~130 feet) in total length). Many species are bioluminescent. The species you are probably familiar with is the Portuguese Man o War. This specimen was collected by a ROV at 700m depth. Image courtesy of the Journey into Midnight project, NOAA/OER. © Dante Fenolio / Science Source
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Modern Frame 14"x12" (36x31cm)
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Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 fade resistant photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: measurements provided are estimated outer dimensions, which include both the image and the frame. While we aim to keep sizing consistent, exact dimensions may vary slightly due to differences in print size or production requirements, which may result in a variation in the overall size (up to approximately 2.5cm (1"))
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 16.3cm (9.6" x 6.4")
Estimated Product Size is 36cm x 31cm (14.2" x 12.2")
