Springtail antenna, SEM

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Springtail antenna, SEM

Springtail antenna. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of part of an antenna from a springtail (order Collembola). Springtails are primitive flightless insects, dating back some 300 million years in the fossil record. They lack external reproductive appendages and only have primitive eyes. The antennae (sensory structures that are mounted on the head) are also primitive. The common name is derived from the habit of some species of using their tails to spring into the air. Magnification: x165 at 6x7cm size

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Ancient Antenna Collembola Flight Less Insecta Primitive Springtail

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This print showcases the intricate beauty of a springtail antenna, captured through a colored scanning electron microscope (SEM). Springtails are ancient flightless insects that have existed for over 300 million years, as evidenced by their presence in the fossil record. Despite their primitive nature, these creatures lack external reproductive appendages and possess only rudimentary eyes. The focus of this image lies on the antenna itself, which serves as a sensory structure mounted on the head of the springtail. The antennae play a crucial role in detecting environmental cues and navigating their surroundings. Through this SEM image, we gain insight into the remarkable complexity hidden within even seemingly simple organisms. Springtails derive their name from an intriguing behavior observed in certain species: using their tails to propel themselves into the air. This unique adaptation has allowed them to thrive in various habitats around the world. At a magnification of x165 and printed at 6x7cm size, this photograph invites us to appreciate both its scientific significance and aesthetic appeal. It sheds light on our understanding of ancient invertebrates while also serving as a reminder of nature's incredible diversity and resilience.

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