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Coloured SEM of a coiled garden millipede
Coiled millipede. Coloured scanning electron micrograph of a coiled garden millipede, Cylindroiulus londinensis. Millipedes are arthropods. They have bodies made up of several similar segments and relatively large numbers of legs. When handled or threatened they curl up into a tight ball, as seen here. The millipedes head is at centre right with the end of its curved antenna lying over its simple eye (triangular). Several pairs of legs can be seen extending from its segmented body. Millipedes live in damp habitats, living on fungi and decaying matter. Magnification: x15 at 6x7cm size. Magnification: x30 at 6x4.5 inch print size
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Coiled Diplopoda Garden Millipede
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This print showcases the intricate beauty of a coiled garden millipede, scientifically known as Cylindroiulus londinensis. The coloured scanning electron micrograph reveals the mesmerizing details of this arthropod's segmented body and numerous legs. When faced with danger or disturbance, these fascinating creatures have a remarkable defense mechanism – they curl up into a tight ball, as elegantly captured in this image. The photograph highlights the millipede's head positioned at the center right, featuring its curved antenna gracefully resting over its simple eye. Numerous pairs of legs can be observed extending from its segmented body, emphasizing their unique anatomical structure. These incredible invertebrates thrive in damp habitats where they feed on fungi and decaying matter. With a magnification of x15 at 6x7cm size or x30 at 6x4.5 inch print size, this visual masterpiece allows us to appreciate the hidden wonders found within nature's smallest inhabitants. It serves as a reminder that even seemingly insignificant creatures possess extraordinary features worth exploring. This awe-inspiring image is courtesy of Science Photo Library and falls under categories such as nature, animal, zoology, coiled millipede, garden diplopoda (millipedes), cylindroiulus londinensis (scientific name), segmentation (referring to their segmented bodies), garden millipede wildlife photography capturing these intriguing beings' essence.
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