Arthropods Collection (#7)

Stomoxys calcitrans. (Diptera. Brachycera Muscidae), enlarged under the microscope from A. Celli, "Manuale dell'igienista, ad uso di ufficiali sanitari, medici circondariali e provinciali

Psycoda phalaenoides (Culiciformes), enlarged under the microscope. Date of Photograph:1914

Scatophaga leg fly, magnified under the microscope. Date of Photograph:19/04/1894

Head of male Anopheles, magnified under the microscope. Date of Photograph:1900-1915 ca

Culex pipiens and Anopheles claviger larvae, enlarged under the microscope. Date of Photograph:1890-1914 ca

Head of female Anapheles (Diptera) enlarged under a microscope. Date of Photograph:1872-1915 ca

Culex (Diptera) larvae enlarged under a microscope. Date of Photograph:1872-1915 ca

Culex pipiens and Anopheles maculipennis in resting state, fig. 22 from A. Celli, Manuale dell'igienista, ad uso di ufficiali sanitari, medici circondariali e provinciali, ingegneri

Culex and Anopheles eggs enlarged, fig. 19 from A. Celli, Manuale dell'igienista, ad uso di ufficiali sanitari, medici circondariali e provinciali, ingegneri, chimici e veterinari igienisti

Dytiscus Natator (Dytiscidae) enlarged under a microscope. Date of Photograph:1914

Pulex canis (Pulicidae) magnified under the microscope. Date of Photograph:15/04/1894

A dragonfly and a flying deer, pen drawing on reddish paper by Leonardo da Vinci and preserved at the Royal Library of Turin

School of fish Palermo. Date of Photograph:1960-1961

A coleoptera on an apple. Postcard sent by the photographer to Vincenzo Balocchi Italy. Date of Photograph:1942

Study on waterfalls, written by Leonardo da Vinci, part of the Arundel Codex 263, c.36r, housed in the British Museum of London Drawing High Renaissance, Renaissance

Two crabs; pen drawing on white paper by Leonardo da Vinci preserved in the Wallraff-Richartz Museum in Cologne. Drawing High Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

Still life with flowers, fruit and insects; painting by Rachel Ruysch. Galleria Palatina, Palazzo Pitti, Florence Painting Eighteenth Century, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

Still life with fruit and flowers; painting of Rachel Ruysch. Galleria Palatina, Palazzo Pitti, Florence Painting Eighteenth Century, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

Table full of food France. Date of Photograph:1907-1910

Bas relief depicting a crab, allegory of the sign of the zodiac, Cancer. Sacrament Chapel or Chapel of the Planets. Work by Agostino di Duccio

Bas relief depicting a scorpio, allegory of the sign of the zodiac, Scorpio. Sacrament Chapel or Chapel of the Planets. Work by Agostino di Duccio

Blazon of Pope Urbano VIII Barberini, in the Basilica of S. Pietro, Rome. Rome San Pietro Church Sculpture Baroque, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Animal fight; Gobelins Manufactory tapestry, Quirinal Palace, Rome Rome Quirinal Palace Tapestry Eighteenth Century, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Mosaic depicting a stretch of the Nile River with various animals, close up of the left part. The work, from Pompei, is found in the National Archaeological Museum of Naples Naples The National

The fireplace of Urbano VIII in the Castle of S. Angelo, Rome, decorated with high-relief Barberini bees. Rome Castle of S

Fountain of Bees by Gian Lorenzo Bernini in Piazza Barberini, Rome Rome Piazza Barberini Fountain Baroque, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Bas-relief depicting the zodiac sign of Cancer in the Chapel of Planets in the Malatestiano Temple in Rimini. Rimini Malatestiano Temple, Chapel of Planets Low Relief, Basrelief High Renaissance

Bas-relief depicting the zodiac sign of Scorpio in the Chapel of Planets in the Malatestiano Temple in Rimini. Rimini Malatestiano Temple, Chapel of Planets Low Relief, Basrelief High Renaissance

Bas-relief depicting Artemis on a biga, in the Vatican Museums, Vatican City State of the Vatican City Vatican Museums Low Relief, Basrelief Roman Art, Europe, Ancient Civilization

The fountain of the Bees constructed on a plan by Gian Lorenzo Bernini, Rome Rome Piazza Barberini Fountain Baroque, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Cupid catching a butterfly, marble sculpture by Antoine Denis Chaudet preserved in the Louvre Museum, Paris. France Paris, Louvre Museum Statue Neoclassicism, Nineteenth century, 19th century

Cupid and Psyche, work by Antonio Canova preserved in the Louvre Museum, Paris. France Paris, Louvre Museum Sculpture Neoclassicism, Nineteenth century, 19th century, Europe

An entrance and the fireplace of Pope Urban VIII in a salon in Castel S.Angelo in Rome Rome Castel S.Angelo, salon Fireplace Baroque, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

Antependium covered in silk and gold. Work located in the Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie, Pistoia. Pistoia Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie

Fragmentary section of a large terracotta vase with a stamped decoration depicting a procession of hoplites and military chariots, in the Acropolis Museum in Athens Greece Athens

Bronze vase by the French School, preserved in the Louvre Museum, Paris. France Paris, Louvre Museum Vase Early Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

Large salad bowl with Chinese decorations preserved in the Louvre Museum, Paris France Paris, Louvre Plate. Date of Photograph:1908. Date of Artwork:XVII sec

Red figure Attic amphora depicting a battle between two armed heroes; the vase is preserved in the Louvre Museum, Paris France Paris, Louvre Museum Amphora, Vase Classical, Greek Art, Greece, Europe

Monument to Ferdinando I de Medici: detail of the pedestal with plaque depicting a swarm of bees; work by Giambologna and Pietro Tacca, Piazza SS. Annunziata, Florence Florence Piazza SS

Large vase decorating the Fountain of Neptune in the park of Versailles France Versailles, Garden Vase Late Baroque, Baroque, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

Coat of arms of Urbano VIII, located in the Church of Santa Maria Maddalena dei Pazzi, in Florence Florence Church of Santa Maria Maddalena dei Pazzi High Relief Baroque

Traugott Bromme - Beautiful vintage butterfly illustrations from The Handbook of the Natural History of all Three Kingdoms

Predator and prey, goldenrod crab spider (Misumena vatia) with essex skippers (Thymelicus lineola) on a flower
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Ringlet butterfly {Aphantopus hyperantus} resting on buttercup, Denmark Farm, Lampeter, Wales, UK. June

Marine iguana (Amblyrhynchus cristatus) and Sally-lightfoot crabs (Grapsus grapsus) on rocks at high-tide with sea spray, Galapagos Islands, South America

American oystercatcher (Haematopus palliatus) chasing after Sally lightfoot crab (Grapsus grapsus) across shoreline. Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Yellow fiddler crab (Uca sp. ) portrait, Sunderban tiger reserve, West Bengal, India
Yellow fiddler crab (Uca sp.) portrait, Sunderban tiger reserve, West Bengal, India

Red rock crab (Grapsus adscensionis) grazing on algae from rock, Tenerife, Canary Islands, October

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Arthropods: A Fascinating World of Color and Adaptation From the icy depths of Greenland to the vibrant gardens they can be found in every corner of our planet. Take a closer look at these incredible creatures and discover their captivating beauty. In the frigid waters, a massive Greenland shark gracefully glides through the darkness. Attached to its body is a parasitic copepod, Ommatokoita elongata, relying on this majestic predator for survival. Moving from water to land, bee anatomy reveals intricate structures designed for efficiency. Historical artwork showcases the meticulous details that have fascinated scientists and artists alike throughout centuries. Basking under the warm sun, a Red Admiral butterfly rests delicately on a plant. Its wings spread wide open, displaying an exquisite pattern that mesmerizes all who behold it. Another Red Admiral butterfly takes flight with elegance and grace. As its wings flutter effortlessly in mid-air, it becomes one with nature's symphony of colors. The sea green swallowtail butterfly dances among flowers with unmatched gracefulness. Its delicate movements mirror the gentle waves caressing sandy shores. A circle of bees buzzes harmoniously as they work together towards a common goal – building their hive and collecting nectar from blooming flowers. Exploring pond life reveals an enchanting world teeming with diverse arthropods. Mantis shrimp roam coral reefs in Puerto Galera while water fleas swim alongside green algae in garden ponds - showcasing nature's interconnectedness. A hornet mimic hoverfly cleverly disguises itself as one of nature's fiercest predators – evoking both fear and admiration for its remarkable adaptation skills. Amongst them all stands proudly the Peacock butterfly adorned with striking patterns resembling eyespots on its wings. Small tortoiseshell butterflies join this display of natural artistry - reminding us that even small creatures possess immense beauty worth cherishing and can truly extraordinary beings.