Mandibles Collection

Panoramic dental X-ray showing all the teeth in the upper and lower jaws

Red-barbed ant, SEM
Red-barbed ant (Formica rufibarbis), coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). This ant is common in mainland Europe, but rare in the UK

Trap-jaw ant (Odontomachus chelifer) portrait, Wayqecha, Peru

Trap-jaw ant (Odontomachus hastatus) with mandibles open, Los Amigos Biological Station, Peru

Red flour beetle in flight
Red flour beetle. Coloured scanning electron micrograph of a red flour beetle (Tribolium castaneum) in flight. One of the most significant pests of dried foods and the milling industry

Black Death rat flea, artwork
Oriental rat flea (Xenopsylla cheopis), artwork. This flea was the primary vector of the bacterium Yersinia pestis, which caused the Black Death

Fractured jawbone, X-ray
Fractured jawbone. Coloured X-ray of a human jaw showing a fractured lower jawbone (mandible). The fracture has occurred to the left side of the lower jawbone (bottom right, orange)

Jumping spider (Philaeus chrysops, Orvieto, Umrbria, Italy, May

Army ant (Eciton burchellii) major soldier, Parque da Onca Parda Private Reserve, Sao Paulo, Atlantic Forest South-East Reserves, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Brazil

Regal Jumping Spider (Phidippus regius) male, close-up showing irridescent mandibles. Captive. Endemic to North America

Poppy bee (Osmia papaveris) resting on Common poppy (Papaver rhoeas) cutting piece of petal to use as nesting material, Bamberg, Germany. June

Focus Stacked image of a Cuckoo Bee (Nomada goodeniana) roosting by clamping onto vegetation with its mandibles and hanging on for the night. Photographed just after dawn

Green tiger beetle (Cicindela campestris) close uo portrait, Birchover, Derbyshire, UK. April. Focus stacked image

Cat encountering a male stag beetle (litho)
5997106 Cat encountering a male stag beetle (litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cat encountering a male stag beetle)

Leaf-cutter ant (Atta sp) cutting a leaf, Pacaya-Samiria NR, Peru

Salivary gland stone, X-ray
Salivary gland stone. X-ray of the jaw of a 36-year-old patient with a stone (white, lower left) in the right submaxillary gland

Honey bee mouth, SEM C016 / 8004
Honey bee mouth. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the mouth a honey bee (Apis sp.), showing the hairs that cover its body. Magnification: x37, when printed 10 centimetres high

Bullet ant C018 / 2481
Bullet ant. Close-up of a bullet ant (Paraponera clavata), showing its large jaws (mandibles, centre). Bullet ants get their name from their powerful and potent sting

Leafcutter ant C018 / 2390
Leafcutter ant. Close-up of a Daceton boltoni ant on a leaf, showing its compound eyes (black) and large mandibles (lower centre), which it uses to cut through leaves

Picture No. 11980856
caterpillar, head, Saturinae, Nymphalid butterfly, Leticia, Colombia Date:

Picture No. 11806774
Stag Beetle silhouetted detail of the head Galicia Spain. Date:

Stag beetle, 1505 (watercolour and gouache)
XOS1765301 Stag beetle, 1505 (watercolour and gouache) by DAOErer or Duerer, Albrecht (1471-1528); 14.1x11.4 cm; J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles, USA; (add.info.: Upper left corner of paper added)

Ground Beetle, large compact eyes, large strong mandibles for chopping up food, long antennae, hairs on body and legs, rows of dots along wing cases, standing on rock, side view

Mammals - Phiomia: Near-complete, paired mandibles

Above view longhorn beetle or calipogen barbatus with long mandibles and antennae

Horned Black Beetle, large mandibles white background

Grain weevil. Coloured scanning electron micrograph of the thorax and head of a grain weevil (Sitophilus granarius). This beetle infests and damages stored grain

Red flour beetle. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a red flour beetle (Tribolium castaneum). One of the most significant pests of dried foods and the milling industry

Grain weevil Z330 / 0408
Grain weevil. Coloured scanning electron micrograph of a grain weevil (Sitophilus granarius). This beetle infests and damages stored grain, using the mandibles at the end of its elongated snout

Caterpillar head. Close-up of the head of a small white caterpillar (order Lepidoptera), showing its mouthparts. Magnification: x28 when printed 10 centimetres wide

Earwig head. Close-up of the head of an earwig (order Dermaptera), showing its compound eyes (centre left and right) and mouthparts (upper centre). Magnification: x17, when printed 10 centimetres wide

Wolf spider jaws, SEM C016 / 9096
Wolf spider jaws. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the head of a wolf spider (family Lycosidae), showing its large jaws (beige). Magnification: x16, when printed 10 centimetres wide

Wolf spider jaws, SEM C016 / 9095
Wolf spider jaws. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the head of a wolf spider (family Lycosidae), showing its large jaws (beige). Magnification: x16, when printed 10 centimetres wide

Tarantula spider, SEM
Tarantula spider. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the head of a Brazilian white striped bird-eating spider (Nhandu chromatus), showing its large mandibles (jaws, centre)

Stag beetle C016 / 2181
Stag beetle

Stag beetle C016 / 2180
Stag beetle. View of the upper side of a male Lucanus cervus stag beetle. This insect lives in holes in old trees and dead trunks

Stag beetle C016 / 2182
Stag beetle. Male Lucanus cervus stag beetle on a plant with seed pods. This insect lives in holes in old trees and dead trunks

Stag beetle C016 / 2178
Stag beetle (Lucanus barbarossa). Specimen obtained from the University of Valencia, Spain

Stag beetle C016 / 2213
Stag beetle. View of the upper side of a male stag beetle (Odontolabis castelnaudi). Specimen obtained from the University of Valencia, Spain

Giant termites C017 / 6811
Giant termites. Soldiers from a giant termite (Macrotermes sp.) colony

Leafcutter ant head C018 / 5932
Leafcutter ant. Close-up of a leafcutter ant (Acromyrmex sp.) head, showing its large mandibles that it uses to cut through leaves. Acromyrmex sp

Sleeping bee C014 / 4635
Sleeping bee. Bee (Nomada sp.) using its mandibles to cling onto a leaf while it sleeps

Damselfly mouth. Close-up of the head of a damselfly (order Odonata), showing its mouthparts. Magnification: x46 when printed 10 centimetres wide

Cat flea head, SEM C014 / 4842
Cat flea head. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the head of cat flea (Ctenocephalides felis). Its eyes (red) can be seen at either side of its head

Rove beetle, SEM C014 / 4871
Rove beetle. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the head of a Stenus sp. rove beetle, showing its large eyes, long proboscis and large jaws used for grasping prey

Harvestman spider, SEM C014 / 4853
Harvestman spider. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a harvestman (Phalangium opilio), showing its large mandibles (jaws, centre)

Honey bee head, SEM C016 / 8018
Honey bee head. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the head of a honey bee (Apis sp.), showing its large compound eyes (left and right), mouthparts (lower centre)

Honey bee head, SEM C016 / 8022
Honey bee head. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the head of a honey bee (Apis sp.), showing its large compound eyes (left and right), mouthparts (lower centre)

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Mandibles: Nature's Mighty Jaws A panoramic dental X-ray reveals the intricate structure of human mandibles, crucial for chewing and speaking. The red-barbed ant, captured under a scanning electron microscope, showcases its formidable mandibles used for defense and capturing prey. Witness the trap-jaw ant with its menacing mandibles open wide, ready to snap shut on unsuspecting victims in the depths of Peru's Los Amigos Biological Station. In mid-flight, a red flour beetle displays its delicate yet powerful mandibles that aid in feeding and survival. Delve into history as we explore an artwork depicting the infamous Black Death rat flea, known for transmitting disease through bites using its sharp mandibles. An X-ray image reveals a fractured jawbone, highlighting the strength of our own jaws and their vulnerability to injury. Marvel at Darwin's beetle as it proudly flaunts its unique mandible adaptations that assist in courtship rituals and territorial disputes. Watch closely as a poppy bee skillfully cuts a piece of petal using its precise mandibles to create nesting material amidst Germany's blooming fields in June. The jumping spider from Orvieto demonstrates how it uses its specialized iridescent mandibles not only for hunting but also attracting mates during May's mating season in Italy. Behold the majesty of an army ant major soldier stationed at Parque da Onca Parda Private Reserve in Sao Paulo; armed with massive curved mandibles designed for battle and colony defense. The regal jumping spider captivates us with close-up shots showcasing vibrant iridescent colors on their impressive set of jaws ormandibless A cuckoo bee finds solace by clamping onto vegetation with her trusty pair ofmandibless after dawn breaks over Hertfordshire, England - truly nature’s ingenious adaptation for survival.