Proboscis Collection (page 3)

03411-01208 Common Buckeye (Junonia coenia) on Black-eyed Susans (Rudbeckia hirta) Marion Co. IL

03061-00320 Cabbage White (Pieris rapae) on Butterfly Bush (Buddleja davidii) Marion Co. IL

03411-01212 Common Buckeye (Junonia coenia) on Frikarts Aster (Aster frikartii) Marion Co. IL

03017-01504 Giant Swallowtail (Papilio cresphontes) on Butterfly Bush (Buddleja davidii) Marion Co. IL

Alpha -male Proboscis monkey aggressive display
Alpha-male Proboscis monkey aggressive display deters other males from his harem (Nasalis larvatus). after feeding at Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary

Proboscis / Long-nosed MONKEY (Nasilis larvatus)

Proboscis / Long-nosed MONKEY - side view of face (Nasilis larvatus)

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Caddis Fly Scanning Electron Micrograph (SEM): Magnification x 20 (if print A4 size: 29.7 cm wide) - Caddis flies spend most of their lives as aquatic larvae in ponds and streams

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Mosquito Scanning Electron Micrograph (SEM): Magnification x90 (if print A4 size: 29.7 cm wide) - Portrait of the malarial mosquito showing the antenae and palps

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Proboscis / Long-nosed Monkey - playing in water Labuk Bay, Sabah, Malaysia, Borneo, Asia (Nasalis larvatus) Date:

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Proboscis / Long-nosed Monkey - jumping Labuk Bay, Sabah, Malaysia, Borneo, Asia (Nasalis larvatus) Date:

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Proboscis / Long-nosed Monkey - chief male Labuk Bay, Sabah, Malaysia, Borneo, Asia (Nasalis larvatus) Date:

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Proboscis / Long-nosed Monkey - adult female and baby Labuk Bay, Sabah, Malaysia, Borneo, Asia (Nasalis larvatus) Date:

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Proboscis / Long-nosed Monkey - climbing tree Bako National Park, Sarawak, Malaysia, Borneo, Asia (Nasalis larvatus) Date:

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Proboscis / Long-nosed Monkey - eating leaves Bako National Park, Sarawak, Malaysia, Borneo, Asia (Nasalis larvatus) Date:

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A Heliconius butterfly drinking nectar and pollinating red flowers

Southern Elephant Seal bull growling at a gentoo penguin on the beach, Antarctica
Close-up of a southern elephant seal bull (Mirounga leonina) on the beach growling at a gentoo penguin (Pygoscelis papua) passing by; South Georgia Island, Antarctica

African elephants (Loxodonta) at at Addo Elephant National Park, Eastern Cape, South Africa
African elephants (Loxodonta) at at Addo Elephant National Park; Eastern Cape, South Africa

African elephant (Loxodonta) at Addo Elephant National Park, Eastern Cape, South Africa
African elephant (Loxodonta) at Addo Elephant National Park; Eastern Cape, South Africa

African elephants (Loxodonta) at Addo Elephant National Park, Eastern Cape, South Africa
African elephants (Loxodonta) at Addo Elephant National Park; Eastern Cape, South Africa

Proboscis monkey (nasalis larvatus); Borneo

Head of a butterfly (Lepidoptera), close up, profile view

Adult male of Proboscis monkey doses in early morning
Proboscis monkey - adult male doses in early morning, hanging to a tree (Nasalis larvatus). near Kinabatangan river; Sabah, Borneo, Malaysia; June

Smooth otter - tamed wild animal, plays with visitors in Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary (Lutra (Lutrogale) perspicillata). Sabah, Borneo, Malaysia; June

Smooth otter - tame animal living in Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary (Lutra (Lutrogale) perspicillata). Sabah, Borneo, Malaysia; June

Young female Proboscis monkey, wild but relatively tame, came with its pack from surrounding rainforest to feed at Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary (Nasalis larvatus)

Young female Proboscis monkey (called Adi by sanctuary keepers), wild but relatively tame, came with its pack to feed at Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary from rainforest and hangs around

Giant Swallowtail butterfly (Papilio cresphontes) newly emerged near chrysalis, Marion County, Illinois

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True weevil (Curculionidae) isolated on a white background ~ Misiones, Argentina, South America

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Essex Skipper nectaring on Ragwort with Proboscis July Date:

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Proboscis / Long-nosed Monkey - swimming Labuk Bay, Sabah, Malaysia, Borneo, Asia (Nasalis larvatus) Date:

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Proboscis / Long-nosed Monkey - chief male Labuk Bay, Sabah, Malaysia, Borneo, Asia (Nasalis larvatus) Date:

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Proboscis / Long-nosed Monkey - chief male Labuk Bay, Sabah, Malaysia, Borneo, Asia (Nasalis larvatus) Date:

Female mosquito head, SEM
Female mosquito head. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the head of a female mosquito (family Culicidae). The mosquitos head is dominated by its large compound eyes (pink)

Honey bee head, SEM
Honey bee head. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the head of a honey bee (Apis sp.). The compound eyes (red) are either side of the antennae

Bumble bee on a Michaelmas daisy
Pollination. Macrophotograph of a white-tailed bumble bee, Bombus lucorum, visiting a flowering Michaelmas daisy, Aster frikartii

Bamboo shoot weevil, SEM
Bamboo shoot weevil (Otidognathus davidis), coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). This insect is a pest of bamboo shoots, and is widespread in the Far East

Blue Bottle fly - head with proboscis extended
PPG-1764 Bluebottle fly - head with proboscis extended Europe Calliphora vomitoria Pascal Goetgheluck Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

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Orchid Bee / Euglossine bee, Rio Claro Reserve, Reserva Natural Canon del Rio Claro, Antioquia, Colombia Orchid Bee / Euglossine bee, Rio Claro Reserve, Reserva Natural Can del Ru Claro, Antioquia

X-Ray - Close-up X-ray view of a Blow Fly Proboscis. Part of Box 165 Boswell Collection - X-Rays. Date: circa 1900

Nun or black arches moth, and common house mosquito.. Nun moth, Lymantria monacha, caterpillar 1, moth, 2, 3, and common house mosquito, Culex pipiens, 4, 5, head and proboscis 6

Common fly, Musca domestica, head, proboscis and cornea.. Common fly, Musca domestica 1, head of fly 2, magnified 3, proboscis 4, 5, cornea 6, magnified 7

Proboscis monkey - adult male waking up, waiting for the sunshine in early morning (Nasalis larvatus). near Kinabatangan river; Sabah, Borneo, Malaysia; June

Female Proboscis monkey with an infant came with its pack from rainforest to feed (Nasalis larvatus). at Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary and wait for food; typical in Labuk Bay, Sabah, Borneo

USA, Wyoming, Sublette County, Bee Fly with probiscus showing on Scarlet Gilia flowers
Wyoming, Sublette County, Bee Fly with proboscis showing on Scarlet Gilia flowers

Pipevine Swallowtail nectaring at Turks cap flowers

04005-00320 Snowberry Clearwing (Hemaris diffinis) on Butterfly Bush (Buddleja davidii) Marion Co
Snowberry Clearwing (Hemaris diffinis) on Butterfly Bush (Buddleja Davidii) Marion County, Illinois

04005-00407 Snowberry Clearwing (Hemaris diffinis) on Swamp Milkweed (Asclepias incarnata)
Snowberry Clearwing (Hemaris diffinis) on Swamp Milkweed (Asclepias Incarnata) Marion County, Illinois

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The proboscis, a fascinating and versatile appendage found in various insects, is truly a marvel of nature. Picture No. 11014536 showcases the intricate details of this incredible structure, as seen in different species such as the Culex mosquito, Moth proboscis, Honey bee, and Hummingbird Hawk-moth. In the world of insects, the proboscis serves multiple purposes. For instance, it allows mosquitoes to pierce our skin and suck blood for nourishment. In an intriguing cross-section image of a female mosquito feeding on human skin, we get a glimpse into their internal anatomy during this process. But not all insects use their proboscis for such activities; some rely on it solely for nectar consumption. The Hummingbird Hawk-moth (Macroglossum stellatarum) is one such creature that can be observed in flight while sipping nectar from flowers with its elongated mouthpart. Speaking of flowers, another captivating photograph captures the moment when a Hummingbird hawk-moth indulges in sweet nectar from a Loofah flower (Luffa sp). This interaction between insect and plant highlights the crucial role played by these delicate structures in pollination. The versatility of the proboscis extends beyond just insects; even butterflies like the RF-Glasswing butterfly (Greta oto) utilize it to extract nutrients from flowers they visit. Their transparent wings add an enchanting touch to their already mesmerizing appearance. Lastly, let's not forget about moths. The Elephant Hawkmoth (Deilephila elpenor), with its distinctively shaped head showing off its long proboscis up close in yet another stunning image. These creatures are known for their ability to reach deep into floral tubes to access precious nectar reserves. From piercing skin for sustenance to delicately sipping nectar from vibrant blossoms – these images offer a glimpse into the diverse ways in which insects employ their proboscis.