Framed Prints
Framed Print of Warty Frogfish
The Warty Frogfish, Antennarius maculatus, are some of the most cryptic predators found on tropical reefs around the world. Many species of frogfish have markings that blend them in perfectly with the corals, sponges, and coraline algaes comprising tropical reefs. Many species can change the color and even the cryptic patterns on their bodies, depending on the substrate where they reside. The disguise hides them from potential predators and potential prey. Frogfish have a fishing pole-like structure, the illicium, that emerges from their head and can be rocked back and forth. At the end of the pole is a structure known as an esca. The esca is the equivalent of a lure, which attracts small prey by mimicking a potential food item like a shrimp or small fish. The potential prey are drawn to within striking distance of the frogfishs cavernous mouth, which is opened rapidly, drawing in water and the prey item. Luring prey by mimicking a potential food item is also known as aggressive mimicry. Contrary to common perception, frogfish are nocturnal, their disguise is as much for hiding them from potential predators as anything else. This individual photographed 2011. © Dante Fenolio / Science Source
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Media ID 47691384
Aggressive Ambush Angler Anglerfish Antennariidae Antennarius Camouflage Camouflaged Color Colors Colour Colours Crypsis Cryptic Esca Fish Fishes Frog Frogfish Frogs Illicium Indo Pacific Lophiiformes Lure Maculatus Mimic Mimicry Predator Reef Reefs Warty White
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")
