Owl pellet, SEM
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Owl pellet, SEM
Owl pellet. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the bones of rodents eaten by an owl, which were found in a regurgitated pellet. Magnification: x3 when printed at 10cm wide
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Media ID 6361675
© STEVE GSCHMEISSNER/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
Bird Bones Colored Dead Jaw Bone Mammal Pellet Prey Remains Rodent Teeth Tooth False Coloured Regurgitated
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print by Steve Gschmeissner showcases the intricate world hidden within an owl pellet. In this coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM), we are presented with a mesmerizing view of the bones belonging to rodents that were consumed by an owl and subsequently regurgitated in a pellet form. The image, when printed at 10cm wide, reveals astonishing details magnified three times their original size. The vibrant colours applied to the SEM add depth and enhance our understanding of this natural phenomenon. As we delve into this microscopic realm, we witness the remnants of small mammals, their teeth and jaws beautifully preserved. Each bone tells a story of life and death, capturing both predator and prey in one frozen moment. The regurgitated pellet becomes a testament to the cycle of nature's food chain. Through the lens of a scanning electron microscope, Gschmeissner expertly captures these delicate structures with precision and artistry. His careful composition allows us to appreciate not only the scientific significance but also the aesthetic beauty found within these tiny remains. This photograph serves as a reminder that even in seemingly ordinary objects like an owl pellet lies extraordinary complexity waiting to be discovered. It invites us to marvel at nature's intricacy while igniting curiosity about its countless wonders that often go unnoticed by our naked eyes alone.
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