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Giant Hogweed

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Giant Hogweed
Heracieum mantegazzianum
Hogweed is a phototoxic plant. It s clear watery sap sensitizes skin to ultraviolet radiation. This causes burns, resulting in blistering and painful dermatitis. When found in urban areas, can be thought of as a public health hazard.
Native to Central Asia, introduced into the UK and Europe. Can grow to 5-7 m (15-20 ft) tall.
Johan De Meester
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Whale Shark - In baitball, fish shoal

DSE-74 WHALE SHARK - in bait ball Ningaloo Reef, W. Australia Rhincodon typus Whale Shark is the largest fish. ItÕs a harmless, filter-feeder. The baitfish form a tight school around the whale shark as refuge from predators, in this instance from Jacks / Travally (Caranx sp.) which were attempting to feed on the baitfish. Douglas David Seifert Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

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Victoria / Giant / Amazon Waterlily & Santa Cruz Waterlily (Victoria cruziana) - two species

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Victoria / Giant / Amazon Waterlily & Santa Cruz Waterlily (Victoria cruziana) - two species
Brazil, Argentina
Victoria amazonica
Latin of Victoria Waterlily formerly Victoria regia. Victoria cruziana is slightly smaller and the underside of it s leaves are purple not red like the Victoria Waterlily.
Chris Martin Bahr
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