Setae Collection

Gecko. Underside of the head and foot of a gecko (family Gekkonidae) walking on glass. Geckos are nocturnal lizards found in warm climates

Carpet beetle larva, SEM
Carpet beetle larva. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a carpet beetle (Anthrenus sp.) larva amongst the fibres of a wool carpet

Butterfly wing, SEM
Butterfly wing. Image 2 of 6. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the surface of a wing from an unidentified butterfly (order Lepidoptera, meaning " scale-wing" in Greek)

Arctic woolly bear caterpillar
Arctic woolly bear moth caterpillar (Gynaephora groenlandica) being held in a hand

Sandworm (Nereis pellagica). Sandworms are marine annelid worms that burrow in wet sand and mud using parapodia (un jointed limb-like outgrowths) and setae (bristles) for locomotion

Geckos foot. Underside of the foot of a gecko (family Gekkonidae) walking on glass. Geckos are nocturnal lizards found in warm climates

Gecko foot, SEM C015 / 9154
Gecko foot. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a geckos (family Gekkonidae) foot

Gecko foot, SEM C015 / 9151
Gecko foot. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a geckos (family Gekkonidae) foot

Gecko foot, SEM C015 / 9152
Gecko foot. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a geckos (family Gekkonidae) foot

Gecko foot, SEM C015 / 9153
Gecko foot. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a geckos (family Gekkonidae) foot

Moth scale, SEM C018 / 0545
Moth scale, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). These scales are found on the wings of moths and butterflies. They are hair-like structures that form a powder when the insect is touched

Moth scale, SEM C018 / 0543
Moth scale, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). These scales are found on the wings of moths and butterflies. They are hair-like structures that form a powder when the insect is touched

Mosquito antenna, SEM C018 / 0540
Mosquito antenna, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). The lobed structures and hairs an an insects antenna have sensory roles. Magnification: x2050 when printed at 10 centimetres across

Moth scales, SEM C018 / 0542
Moth scales, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). These scales are on the underside of a moths wing. The scales are hair-like structures that form a powder when the insect is touched

Moth scale, SEM C018 / 0544
Moth scale, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). These scales are found on the wings of moths and butterflies. They are hair-like structures that form a powder when the insect is touched

Spider simple eyes, SEM C018 / 0560
Spider simple eyes, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM)

Wasp simple eyes, SEM C018 / 0559
Wasp simple eyes, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). These three dorsal ocelli ( simple eyes ) are located on top of the wasps head

Bee simple eye, SEM C018 / 0558
Bee simple eye, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). This ocellus is one of three simple eyes (ocelli) located on the top of a bees head

Mosquito antenna, SEM C018 / 0539
Mosquito antenna, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). The lobed structures and hairs an an insects antenna have sensory roles. Magnification: x2050 when printed at 10 centimetres across

Moth scales, SEM C018 / 0541
Moth scales, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). These scales, here on the edge of a moths mouthparts, are hair-like structures that form a powder when the insect is touched

Gecko foot hairs, SEM C014 / 4849
Gecko foot hairs. Scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of hairs, or setae, on the foot of a gecko

Earthworm head, SEM
Earthworm head. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the head of a small annelid (segmented) earthworm, showing its mouth, and small clumps of setae (bristles)

Artificial gecko feet adhesive C014 / 0313
Artificial gecko feet adhesive. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) showing the surface of a material that uses a similar structure to that of a geckos foot

Skin of a Harvestman (SEM)
Harvestman skin (Dicranopalpus ramosus). Scanning electron micrograph of the skin of a harvestmans abdomen

Harvestman (Dicranopalpus ramosus). Scanning electron micrograph of Dicranopalpus ramosus

Harvestman Palp Terminal (SEM)
Harvestman Palp Terminal. Scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the terminal end of the palp of the harvestman Dicranopalpus ramosus

Brachythecium feather moss C016 / 5293
A feather moss growing on the branch of an apple tree in Norfolk, UK, photographed in March. The picture shows the typical sprawling habit of pleurocarp mosses

Pale Tiger Moth (Halysidota tessellaris) caterpillar, on log, U. S. A
Pale Tiger Moth (Halysidota tessellaris) caterpillar, on log, U.S.A

Bristle worm head, SEM
Bristle worm head, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Bristle worms (polychaeta) are free-swimming marine annelids (segmented worms)

Fireworm bristles, SEM
Fireworm bristles. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a fireworms bristles (setae). Fireworms (family Amphinomidae) are polychaete (meaning many-bristled) worms

Fireworm, SEM
Fireworm. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a fireworm (family Amphinomidae). This is a polychaete (meaning many-bristled) and segmented worm

Crab feeding structures, SEM
Crab filter-feeding structures. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of filtering structures (setae) that are part of the feeding structures of a crab (order Decapoda)

Spider mites skin surface, SEM
Spider mites skin surface, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Hairs (setae) are seen. Spider mites (Tetranychus sp.) feed on the sap of leaves. Magnification: x600 at 6x7cm size

Gecko toe hairs, SEM
Gecko toe hairs. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of hairs, or setae, from a geckos (family Gekkonidae) toe

Gecko toe, SEM
Gecko toe. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a geckos (family Gekkonidae) toe

Gecko. Underside of a gecko walking on glass. Geckos are nocturnal lizards found in warm climates

Caterpillar spines, SEM
Caterpillar spines. Coloured scanning electron micrograph of spines on a unidentified caterpillar. Caterpillars are the larval forms of butterflies and moths (order Lepidoptera)

Moth body surface, SEM
Moth body surface. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the projections on the body surface of an unidentified moth (order Lepidoptera). Magnification unknown

Moth wing, SEM
Moth wing. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of scales on the wing of an unidentified moth (order Lepidoptera, meaning " scale-wing" in Greek)

Moth wing. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the wing of a moth (order Lepidoptera). A moth wing is covered in tiny scales that are modified hairs (setae)

Beetle exoskeleton, SEM
Beetle exoskeleton. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the external surface of the exoskeleton of a billbug beetle (Family Curculionidae), a type of weevil or snout beetle

Fly hairs, SEM
Fly hairs. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of hairs on the body of an unidentified fly (order Diptera). These hairs may have a sensory function. Magnification: x210 at 6x7cm size

Gecko locomotion study. Researcher with a gecko (family Gekkonidae) climbing a non-stick vertical track (blue). A high speed camera is used to monitor the animals locomotion

Moss anatomy, artwork. Mosses are bryophytes, plants that do not have a vascular system and reproduce via spores rather than flowers and seeds

Butterfly scales, light micrograph
Butterfly scales. Light micrograph of wing scales from the peacock butterfly (Inachis io). The scales are modified hairs, or setae, and are made of chitin, a common substance in insect exoskeletons

Gecko foot showing adhesive lamellae
Tokay gecko (Gecko gecko) feet on glass showing the arrangement of lamellae

Gecko feet diversity
Photomontage of living gecko feet showing a variety of forms. Gecko feet employ very small subdivided filaments to bond with their substrates at the molecular level using Van Der Waals forces

Ragworm head. Close-up of the head of a ragworm (Nereis virens), showing its mouthparts

Gecko scale hairs, SEM
Gecko scale hairs. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of hairs, or setae, on a scale on the skin of a geckos (family Gekkonidae)

Sandworm body. Close-up of the body of a sandworm (Nereis pellagica), showing its parapodia (un jointed limb-like outgrowths) and setae (bristles)

Caterpillar skin, light micrograph. This section of part of the skin shows two half segments. The skin is covered in small hairs or setae (black), and brown structures called tubercles and verrucae

Caterpillar proleg, light micrograph
Caterpillar proleg. Dark-field light micrograph of part of the skin of a caterpillar, showing a proleg (centre)

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"Exploring the Marvels of Setae: Nature's Tiny Wonders" Delicate and intricate, it can nature's secret to extraordinary abilities. From butterfly wings to gecko feet, these microscopic structures have captivated scientists for their remarkable functionalities. Under the scanning electron microscope (SEM), we uncover the mesmerizing world of setae. The gecko, a master climber, owes its gravity-defying skills to millions of tiny hairs on its feet known as setae. These specialized structures allow geckos to effortlessly scale walls and ceilings with ease. Zooming in further, we observe carpet beetle larvae through SEM revealing their unique setae patterns that aid them in navigating through fibers and fabrics undetected. Their finely tuned sensory appendages help them locate food sources while remaining hidden from predators. Venturing into sandy terrains, we encounter sandworms equipped with bristle-like setae that enable efficient burrowing beneath the surface. These remarkable creatures rely on their tactile hairs for stability and locomotion in shifting sands. Moth scales also possess an array of fascinating setae arrangements that contribute to their vibrant wing colors and patterns. SEM images showcase the intricate details of these miniature scales which play a crucial role in attracting mates or camouflaging against potential threats. Even mosquitoes utilize specialized antennal setae for detecting chemical signals such as pheromones or carbon dioxide emitted by potential hosts. Through SEM imaging, we gain insights into how these minute sensory organs aid mosquitoes in locating suitable blood meals. Setae continue to astound researchers with their diverse applications across various species. Whether it be enhancing flight capabilities or enabling adhesion on vertical surfaces like butterflies or geckos respectively - these tiny wonders never cease to amaze us. In this captivating journey through microcosms unseen by the naked eye, we unravel nature's ingenious designs embodied within each delicate strand of seta – a testament to evolution's brilliance.