Muller Butterfly Tiger Mimicry Complex 1
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Framed Print of Muller Butterfly Tiger Mimicry Complex 1
An old collection of butterflies in the famous tiger complex'. This is a group of around 200 species of mostly toxic South American species which share a similar pattern of orange, cream and black with cream coloured antennae. A bird which eats one of these group may generalise the unpleasant experience to all its members. Where butterflies share a pattern and are toxic, the mimicry is considered Mullerian (Muller 1879). Where non-toxic species mimic toxic species for defence it is considered to be Batesian mimicry (Bates 1862). The tiger complex contains examples of both types of mimicry, with Mullerian being considered the dominant. The principle butterfly groups involved are the Ithomiids and Danaids, with representatives from families including Heliconids, Riodinids, Papilionids, Nymphalids and Pierids. Mimicry also contains behavioural elements such as wing fanning and aggregation. Science Photo Library features Science and Medical images including photos and illustrations. © PAUL D STEWART/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
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Media ID 6347291
Butter Fly Colouration Defence Mimic Mimicry Neo Tropical South American Toxic
Modern 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"))
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 17.5cm (9.6" x 6.9")
Estimated Product Size is 36cm x 31cm (14.2" x 12.2")
