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Ant mouth, SEM
Ant mouthparts. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the mouthparts of an ant (family Formicidae). The powerful mandibles (jaws, centre and upper left) are overlapping. The one at upper left has its serrated edge visible. It is this serrated edge that is used to bite and rend prey, or to cut vegetation. Bristles around the mandibles help the ant sense what it is eating or cutting, and the palps (long segmented structures) below the cutting mandibles are used to manipulate objects and pass food into its mouth (below and behind mandibles)
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Media ID 6461850
© SUSUMU NISHINAGA/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
Jaws Mandible Mandibles Mouth Mouth Part Palp Palps False Coloured
10"x8" (25x20cm) Table Top Metal Print
Discover the intricacies of the natural world with Media Storehouse's Metal Prints. Feast your eyes on this captivating image of an ant's mouth, as seen through the lens of a Scanning Electron Microscope from Science Photo Library. Witness the powerful mandibles, overlapping in action, showcasing the ant's impressive jaw strength. Our high-quality Metal Prints bring the microscopic world to life, adding a touch of science and wonder to any space. Order yours today and bring the beauty of the unseen world into your home or office.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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 mouthparts of an ant, providing a glimpse into the fascinating world of these tiny creatures. The coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) reveals the powerful mandibles, which are central to an ant's survival and daily activities. In this image, we can observe how the mandibles overlap, with one displaying its serrated edge prominently. The serrated edge is not merely for show; it serves a crucial purpose in the ant's life. These sharp edges enable ants to bite and rend prey or cut through vegetation effortlessly. Surrounding the mandibles are bristles that aid in sensory perception, allowing ants to discern what they are consuming or cutting. Below the cutting mandibles lie long segmented structures called palps. These palps play a vital role in manipulating objects and passing food into the ant's mouth situated behind its jaws. This remarkable adaptation highlights just how specialized ants' mouthparts have become over millions of years of evolution. Through this stunning SEM image, we gain insight into the complex anatomy and functionality of an ant's head and mouth region. It reminds us that even within seemingly ordinary insects like ants lies a world full of intricate adaptations designed for their specific needs. Thanks to Science Photo Library for capturing this mesmerizing snapshot from nature's vast repertoire!
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