042 / Blue-Footed Booby
’Sula nebouxii’
February 11th

(Least Concern)

“The colour of the Blue-Footed Booby’s feet comes from the carotenoid pigments in the fish that they eat.
These carotenoids act as antioxidants and are good for their immune function so the brightness of their feet can be an indication of an individual bird’s health.
As this colour is a reliable indicator of a bird’s condition they play a big part in sexual selection, with brighter feet being favoured.”

LIMITED EDITION

Signed, numbered A6 adapted print.
£30 + p&p in mount (12.5x12.5cm)
£45 + p&p framed (15.5x15.5cm)