Reproductive Collection

Tyrannosaurus rex dinosaurs mating. Artwork of male (right) and female (left) Tyrannosaurus rex dinosaurs mating. Some theories say that this dinosaur had feathers and fur, as seen here

Lavender pollen grain, SEM
Lavender pollen grain. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a pollen grain (yellow) amongst the petal (papilla) cells (purple) of a French lavender (Lavandula dentata) flower

Hazel pollen grains. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of pollen grains from the Hazel tree, Corylus avellana. These microspores are shed from male catkins

Geranium anther, SEM
Geranium anther. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of pollen (pink) on the anther of a geranium flower (Geranium sp.)

Dahlia flower pollen, SEM
Dahlia flower pollen. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a pollen grain (orange) from a Dahlia cultorum flower. A pollen grain contains a male sex cell from a flowering plant

Cloudberry (Rubus chamaemorus)
Cloudberry fruit (Rubus chamaemorus)

Easter cactus stigma, SEM
Easter cactus stigma. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the stigma (pink) and style (green) of an Easter cactus flower (Rhipsalidopsis gaertneri)

Pregnant woman holding her aching back

Honeybee leg, SEM
Honey bee leg. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the leg of a honeybee (Apis mellifera) covered in pollen grains (round). The dense coating of hairs has trapped the pollen

Mushroom gills, SEM
Mushroom gills. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the gills of an unidentified gilled mushroom. The mushroom is the fruiting body of a fungus

Tea flower stamens, SEM
Tea flower stamens. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the stamens of a flower of the tea plant (Camellia sp.). Stamens are the male reproductive structures of a flower

Delphinium flowers
Delphinium (Delphinium Blue Indulgence ) flowers

Forget-me-not flower, SEM
Forget-me-not flower. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a forget-me-not (Myosotis arvensis) flower. The corolla consists of five petals (blue)

Geranium pollen, SEM
Geranium pollen. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of pollen (pink) on the stamen of a geranium flower (Geranium sp.)

Deer anatomy, artwork
Deer anatomy. Computer artwork showing the internal anatomy of a deer (family Cervidae). Anatomical features shown here include the skeleton, lungs, intestines, bladder

Sauroposeidon dinosaurs mating. Artwork of male (right) and female (left) Sauroposeidon dinosaurs mating. This sauropod dinosaur lived around 110 million years ago, during the Cretaceous period

Great spotted woodpeckers (Dendrocopos major) on a branch. The adult at left is feeding the fledgling at right. Photographed in June, in Dorset, UK

Ripe cashew nut. Image 2 of 2. Native to South America, the cashew (Anacardium occidentale) is now widely cultivated throughout the tropics

Lemon tree (Citrus limon) bearing ripe lemons

IUD contraceptive and sperm cells. Computer artwork of an intrauterine device (IUD, red and white, centre) in a womans uterus, surrounded by sperm cells (white, not to scale)

Picture No. 11675582
Scanning Electron micrograph (SEM): Lily Pollen grains. Date:

Blowfly laying eggs, SEM
Blowfly laying eggs. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a female Lucilia sp. blowfly laying her eggs (lower left). A blowfly lays its eggs on dead bodies

Ovarian follicle, SEM
Ovarian follicle. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a fracture through a secondary follicle in the ovary. The oocyte (developing egg) is orange and its central nucleus is darker orange

Dandelion pollen grain, SEM
Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) pollen grain, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Pollen grains are reproductive structures produced by the male parts of flowering plants

Morning glory pollen, SEM
Morning glory pollen grains. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of pollen grains (orange balls) on the pistil (female reproductive part) of a morning glory flower (Ipomoea sp.)

Forget-me-not flower, SEM
Forget-me-not flower. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a forget-me-not (Myosotis arvensis) flower. The petals (blue) are covered by numerous projections called papillae

Pollen on a bee leg, SEM
Pollen on a bee leg. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of pollen grains (pale purple) on the leg of a bee (superfamily Apoidea). Pollen grains are the male sex cells of a flowering plant

Phalaenopsis flowers (Phalaenopsis sp. )
Phalaenopsis flowers (Phalaenopsis sp.)

Buttercup flower, SEM
Buttercup flower (Ranunculus sp.), coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). The pistil (centre) is surrounded by the stamens (yellow)

White storks courting C018 / 9343
White storks (Ciconia ciconia) courting

Blue-footed booby courtship display C013 / 7485
Blue-footed booby courtship display. Pair of blue-footed boobies (Sula nebouxii) displaying during a courtship ritual. Photographed on San Cristobal Island, Galapagos Islands

Frozen sperm, conceptual image. Computer artwork of sperm cells frozen inside a block of ice, representing the long term preservation of donated sperm to be used in fertility treatments

Penguin breeding colony research, with researchers and photographers in the background. Located at St Andrews Bay, this is the largest breeding colony of king penguins (Aptenodytes patagonicus)

Rowan berries. Ripening fruit of the European rowan (Sorbus aucuparia) tree. Photographed in Dorset, UK, in August

Philadelphia fleabane pollen grains, SEM
Philadelphia fleabane (Erigeron philadelphicus) pollen grains, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Pollen grains are reproductive structures produced by the male parts of flowering plants

Cyanobacteria, SEM
Cyanobacteria. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of cyanobacteria (formally known as blue-green algae, blue). Several spores (pink) are also seen

Gorse stigma with pollen grains, SEM
Gorse (Ulex europaeus) stigma (green) with pollen grains (yellow), coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Pollen grains are reproductive structures produced by the male parts of flowering

Lily pollen grain on rosemary leaf, SEM
Lily pollen grain on rosemary leaf. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a pollen grain (yellow) from a lily flower (Lilium sp.)

Gorse flower bud, SEM
Gorse (Ulex europaeus) flower bud, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). One of the petals (yellow) is seen enclosed in the flower casing (calyx)

Forsythia pollen grains, SEM
Forsythia pollen grains arranged in a spiral, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Pollen grains are reproductive structures produced by the male parts of flowering plants

Flame lily pollen, SEM
Flame lily (Gloriosa sp.) pollen grains, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). The grains have a highly sculptured outer wall (exine)

Hellebore pollen, SEM
Hellebore (Helleborus sp.) pollen grains, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Magnification: x2000 when printed at 10 centimetres wide

Common horsetail spore, SEM
Common horsetail spore. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a spore of a common horsetail (Equisetum arvense) plant

Root of a germinating red chard seed, SEM
Root of a germinating red chard seed. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a red chard seed (Beta vulgaris var. cicla) root

Pollen tubes of lily pollen, SEM
Pollen tubes of lily pollen, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Two pollen grains (brown) have sprouted pollen tubes (orange)

Germinating lily pollen, SEM
Germinating lily pollen. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of lily (Lilium sp.) pollen grains that have sprouted pollen tubes. Pollen contains the male sex cells of a plant

Flower, SEM
Flower. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a flower

Columbine flower stamens, SEM
Columbine flower stamens. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the stamens (male sexual parts) of a columbine flower (Aquilegia sp.)

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"Exploring the Intricate World of Reproduction: From Dinosaurs to Flowers and Beyond" In the ancient world, even mighty Tyrannosaurus rex dinosaurs had their own unique ways of reproducing. Discovering fossilized evidence of their mating rituals offers a fascinating glimpse into the reproductive strategies employed by these prehistoric giants. Zooming in closer to modern times, microscopic wonders like lavender pollen grains under scanning electron microscopy (SEM) reveal intricate structures that play a crucial role in plant reproduction. Similarly, SEM images of geranium anthers and dahlia flower pollen showcase nature's attention to detail when it comes to ensuring successful pollination. Nature never ceases to amaze with its diverse range mechanisms. Take the cloudberry, for example - this Arctic fruit relies on cross-pollination facilitated by insects or wind for its continued existence. Moving beyond plants, we find ourselves exploring the realm of humans. The miracle of life unfolds within a pregnant woman's body as she nurtures new beginnings and prepares for motherhood. But reproduction is not limited to just larger organisms; even tiny creatures like honeybees have their own unique methods. SEM images capturing honeybee legs provide insight into how these industrious insects transport precious pollen from one flower to another, ensuring fertilization occurs. Venturing further into nature's hidden corners reveals captivating details about reproduction in unexpected places. Mushroom gills under SEM expose delicate structures designed for spore dispersal – a vital step in mushroom reproduction. Delving deeper still, tea flower stamens captured through SEM offer an up-close look at yet another facet of botanical fertility – showcasing intricate arrangements meant to attract pollinators and ensure successful seed production. Flowers continue enchanting us with their beauty as well as their reproductive prowess. Delphinium flowers boast vibrant colors while employing various strategies such as self-pollination or attracting specific pollinators like bees or butterflies.