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Cimex lectularius, bed bug
Scanning electron microscope image of a bed bug (x 17). The sucking mouthparts enable the feeding bedbugs to pierce the hosts tissues and siphon out a blood meal
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Arthropod Arthropoda Cimex Electron Micrograph Hemiptera Heteroptera Hexapod Hexapoda Insecta Micrograph Microscope Image Mouth Piercing Scanning Electron Micrograph Scanning Electron Microscope Scanning Electron Microscope Image Sem Image Sucking True Bug Bed Bug Cimex Lectularius Cimicidae Invertebrata
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"Bring the intrigue of the natural world into your daily routine with Media Storehouse's Photo Mugs. Featuring an captivating scanning electron microscope image of Cimex lectularius, also known as the bed bug, this mug showcases the detail and complexity of this fascinating creature. With its ability to pierce and feed on a host's tissue to extract a blood meal, the bed bug is a true master of survival. This unique mug is not just a vessel for your favorite beverage, but a conversation starter and a reminder of the beauty and mystery that exists in our world. Order yours today and add a touch of science to your morning coffee or evening tea."
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1. Title: A Closer Look into the Menacing World of Cimex Lectularius: A Scanning Electron Microscope Reveals the Detailed Anatomy of a Bed Bug's Piercing and Sucking Mouthparts 2. Description: This scanning electron microscope image showcases the intricate details of a Cimex lectularius, commonly known as the common bed bug. As an invertebrate and a member of the Hemiptera order, specifically the Cimicidae family, this true bug is notorious for its ability to pierce and suck blood from its unsuspecting hosts. 3. The image, captured under high magnification (x17), reveals the bed bug's piercing and sucking mouthparts, which are essential for its survival. The mouthparts consist of three main parts: the labrum, the labium, and the maxillae. The labrum, the largest and most prominent part, forms a shield-like structure that protects the other mouthparts. 4. The labium, located beneath the labrum, is a flat, elongated structure that functions as a platform for the maxillae. The maxillae, the smallest and most complex part, are responsible for piercing the host's skin and delivering the bed bug's saliva, which contains anticoagulants, anesthetics, and proteins that facilitate the blood feeding process. 5. The bed bug's sucking mouthparts are not only fascinating in their structure but also play a crucial role in the insect's life cycle. By feeding on the blood of mammals, bed bugs can grow and develop, eventually leading to the production of eggs and the continuation of their species. 6. This mesmerizing micrograph offers a unique perspective into the world of Cimex lectularius, shedding light on the intricate details of its anatomy and the mechanisms behind its blood-feeding behavior. The image serves as a reminder of the complex and diverse world of invertebrates and the importance of continued scientific exploration to better understand the natural world around us.
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