Greetings Card : Cockchafer beetle, SEM
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Cockchafer beetle, SEM
Cockchafer. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the head of a cockchafer beetle, or May bug (Melolontha melolontha). This beetle lays its eggs under the soil, where the larvae spend three to five years feeding on plant roots. They pupate in autumn and overwinter in the soil as adults, before emerging in large numbers in spring. The adults mate and lay eggs, and die after a few weeks
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Media ID 6461950
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Antenna Antennae Beetle Common Cockchafer False Coloured May Bug Melolontha Melolontha
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Brighten someone's day with the captivating beauty of nature! Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Greetings Cards collection: a stunning Coloured Scanning Electron Micrograph (SEM) of a Cockchafer Beetle's head. This unique card design showcases the intricate details of this fascinating insect, captured in vibrant colour through Science Photo Library's advanced imaging technology. Perfect for nature lovers, scientists, or anyone who appreciates the wonders of the natural world. Impress your recipient with this one-of-a-kind greeting card and let the wonder of science ignite their imagination. Order yours today!
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the intricate details of a Cockchafer beetle, captured through a scanning electron microscope (SEM). The vibrant colors and sharp focus bring to life the head of this fascinating insect, scientifically known as Melolontha melolontha or May bug. The Cockchafer beetle follows an intriguing life cycle. It begins by laying its eggs beneath the soil, where the larvae spend three to five years nourishing themselves on plant roots. As autumn arrives, they pupate and hibernate in their adult form within the soil until spring emerges. With the arrival of warmer weather, these beetles burst forth in large numbers. In this image, we witness a single adult Cockchafer beetle with its distinct antennae prominently displayed. These antennae play a crucial role in sensing their environment and communicating with other members of their species during mating season. While short-lived – typically surviving only a few weeks – these remarkable creatures fulfill their purpose by reproducing and laying eggs before succumbing to nature's course. This photograph not only captures the beauty of this common yet often overlooked insect but also serves as a reminder of the vast diversity found within our natural world. It is an excellent addition for enthusiasts interested in nature, wildlife, zoology, entomology or simply appreciating biological wonders up close.
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