Drosophila Melanogaster Collection

Fruit fly brain, illustration C018 / 0791
Fruit fly (Drosophila melanogaster) brain, illustration. The two large structures at right and left are the optic lobes, which process information from the flys large compound eyes

Fruit fly, SEM
Fruit fly. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a male fruit fly (Drosophila melanogaster) flying past plant foliage. Its compound eyes (red) are seen and its wings are outstretched

Fruit fly embryo, illustration C018 / 0784
Fruit fly (Drosophila melanogaster) embryo, illustration. Fruit flies are used as a model organism for embryogenesis. They are particularly suited to this as they have large brood sizes

Fruit fly compound eye, SEM
Fruit fly compound eye. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the compound eye of a male fruit fly (Drosophila melanogaster)

Fruit fly sex comb, SEM
Fruit fly (Drosophila melanogaster) sex comb, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). The sex comb is found only on the front legs of males

Fruit fly antenna, SEM
Fruit fly antenna. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the head of a male fruit fly (Drosophila melanogaster). Seen here is an antenna (left) and part of a compound eye (upper right, red)

Fruit fly head, SEM
Fruit fly head. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the head of a male fruit fly (Drosophila melanogaster). Its two compound eyes (red) are seen on either side of the head

Fruit fly foot, SEM
Fruit fly foot. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the foot of a male fruit fly (Drosophila melanogaster). The two claws are used to grip rough surfaces

Fruit fly spiracle, SEM
Fruit fly (Drosophila melanogaster) spiracle. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the spiracle (air pore) of a male fruit fly

Fruit fly proboscis, SEM
Fruit fly proboscis. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the coiled-up proboscis (lower centre) of a male fruit fly (Drosophila melanogaster)

Fruit fly balance organ, SEM
Fruit fly balance organ. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the balance organ (haltere) of a male fruit fly (Drosophila melanogaster). The haltere is the oval structure at lower left

Fruit fly wings, illustration C018 / 0792
Fruit fly (Drosophila melanogaster) wings, illustration

Animal models for cancer research C018 / 0748
Animal models for cancer research, conceptual illustration. Fruit fly (Drosophila melanogaster) with malignant (cancerous) tumours in one of its eyes

Fruit fly, illustration C018 / 0732
Fruit fly (Drosophila melanogaster), illustration. Fruit flies are widely used in genetic experiments, particularly in mutation experiments

Breathing tube on a fruit flys pupa, SEM
Breathing tube on a fruit flys pupa, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). This structure is called a spiracle. This fruit fly is Drosophila melanogaster (wild type Oregon R)

Fly eating another fly, SEM
Fly eating another fly. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a large predatory fly, Coenosia humilis (brown), feeding on a smaller fruit fly, Drosophila melanogaster (green)

F / col SEM of head of fruit fly, Drosophila sp
False-colour scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the head of the fruit fly Drosophila melanogaster. Drosophila has been widely used for genetic experiments, particularly on mutation

Fruit flies. Artwork of a male (left) and a female (right) fruit fly (Drosophila melanogaster). The first leg of the male fly has a sex comb (red, expanded at left of upper centre)

Adult fruit fly hatching, SEM
Fruit fly hatching. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of an imago (adult) of the fruit fly Drosophila melanogaster (wild type, Oregon R), at eclosion (hatching)

False-col SEM of fruit fly
False-colour scanning electron micrograph of the fruit fly Drosophila melanogaster. The specimen is of the wild type, known as Oregon R. D

Giant chromosomes, light micrograph. These giant (polytene) chromosomes are from the salivary glands of the fruit fly Drosophila melanogaster

Giant chromosome, light micrograph

Mutant fruit fly compound eye, SEM
Mutant fruit fly compound eye. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the abnormal compound eye of a mutant fruit fly (Drosophila melanogaster)

Fruit fly pupa case, SEM
Fruit fly pupa case. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the inner surface of a pupal case, or puparium, of a fruit fly (Drosophila melanogaster wild type Oregon R)

Fruit fly larvae, SEM
Fruit fly larvae, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Fruit flies (Drosophila melanogaster) are widely used in genetic experiments, particularly in mutation experiments

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"Drosophila melanogaster: A Fascinating World Under the SEM" Step into the microscopic world of Drosophila melanogaster, commonly known as the fruit fly. Despite its small size, this tiny insect holds immense significance in scientific research. With the help of scanning electron microscopy (SEM), we can explore various intricate features that make these flies truly remarkable. The fruit fly brain, illustrated in C018 / 0791, showcases a complex network of neurons responsible for their behavior and sensory perception. Moving on to their compound eye, SEM reveals a mesmerizing array of facets that enable them to perceive motion and color with incredible precision. Intriguingly, male fruit flies possess a unique structure called the sex comb which aids in courtship rituals. SEM imaging unveils its fine bristles arranged meticulously for attracting potential mates. The antenna is another captivating feature; SEM uncovers its delicate sensory structures that allow these insects to detect pheromones and navigate their environment effectively. Examining further under SEM, we discover astonishing details about the fruit fly's head - from its intricate mouthpart or proboscis used for feeding (SEM) to specialized balance organs aiding flight control (SEM). Even their minuscule feet reveal fascinating adaptations when observed closely through an SEM lens. Venturing deeper into their anatomy, we encounter spiracles – tiny openings along their body surface allowing gas exchange – captured beautifully by SEM imagery. Additionally, illustrations like C018 / 0784 showcase embryonic stages of these flies' development providing valuable insights into genetics and developmental biology. Finally, let us not forget about those iconic wings. Illustrated in C018 / 0792 they can essential for flight and exhibit stunning patterns unique to each individual fly. Drosophila melanogaster may be diminutive but exploring it through advanced techniques like SEM unravels a hidden world full of wonders waiting to be discovered.