Honey bee foot, SEM C016 / 8020
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Honey bee foot, SEM C016 / 8020
Honey bee foot. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the leg of a honey bee (Apis sp.), showing its articulated foot. Magnification: x24, when printed 10 centimetres high
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Media ID 9220595
© STEFAN DILLER/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
Arthropod Arthropods Articulated Articulation Articulations Claw Colored Entomological Exoskeleton Foot Hair Hairs Hairy Honey Bee Insects Joint Joints Limb
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This print showcases the intricate beauty of a honey bee's foot. Taken using a scanning electron microscope (SEM), this coloured micrograph reveals the astonishing details of the leg and its articulated structure. Against a black background, the image highlights the natural wonders found within the animal kingdom. The honey bee's foot is an extraordinary example of nature's ingenuity. Magnified 24 times and printed at 10 centimetres high, every tiny feature becomes visible to our eyes. The jointed anatomy, covered in delicate hairs, allows for precise movements and agility as it navigates its environment. The claw-like shape of the foot serves multiple purposes in the life of this industrious insect. It aids in gripping surfaces while collecting nectar from flowers or building intricate hives with remarkable precision. This close-up view offers us a glimpse into their world, reminding us that even seemingly small creatures possess incredible complexity. With its vibrant colours and detailed composition, this photograph invites us to appreciate both artistry and science simultaneously. It captures not only an anatomical marvel but also sparks curiosity about entomology and biology as a whole. Stefan Diller's skillful capture through SEM technology brings forth an appreciation for these fascinating arthropods' exoskeletons and articulations. Through his lens, we are reminded once again that there is endless wonder waiting to be discovered within our natural world – even on such a minuscule scale as a honey bee's foot.
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