Darkling beetle C018 / 3565

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Darkling beetle C018 / 3565

Darkling beetle. Close-up photograph of a darkling beetle head (superfamily: Tenebrionidae). This specimen was found in Maryland, USA. Photographed by the USGS Bee Inventory and Monitoring Lab: an organisation dedicated to identifying, cataloguing and monitoring bees and other insect species

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This print showcases the intricate beauty of a Darkling beetle, specifically the head of this fascinating creature. The close-up shot allows us to marvel at the details that make up its unique features. The Darkling beetle belongs to the superfamily Tenebrionidae and was discovered in Maryland, USA. This remarkable specimen was captured by the talented photographers at the USGS Bee Inventory and Monitoring Lab, an esteemed organization dedicated to studying and documenting various insect species. In this image, we are drawn to the beetle's glossy black exoskeleton and striking antennae which play a crucial role in its sensory perception. The compound eyes, with their mesmerizing pattern, provide a glimpse into how these beetles perceive their surroundings. Through meticulous image stacking techniques employed by expert macrophotographers like Sam Droege, every minute detail is brought into focus. This technique creates a stunning depth of field effect that enhances our understanding of this incredible creature's biology. As we admire this photograph, it serves as a reminder of both nature's diversity and our ongoing efforts to catalog and monitor different insect species across North America. It is through such scientific endeavors that we gain valuable insights into our environment while fostering appreciation for wildlife photography as an art form.

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