Elaters Collection

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

Click beetle: Headlight elater, Pyrophorus noctilucus 1, Chalcolepidius porcatus 2, lined click beetle
6337459 Click beetle: Headlight elater, Pyrophorus noctilucus 1, Chalcolepidius porcatus 2, lined click beetle, Agriotes lineatus 3, Elater suturalis 4, and Semiotus distinctus 5 by English School

Click beetles. View of the upper side of click beetles (Semiotus imperialis). These specimens are from the Amazon Basin, Brazil. Their bodies measure 5cm long

Horsetail spores (Equisetum arvense) SEM
Horsetail spores (Equisetum arvense) coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). The tendrils or elaters as they are known

Horsetail spore, SEM
Horsetail spore. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a spore of a horsetail (Equisetum arvense) plant. Spores (round) bear elaters (helical)

Liverwort spore capsule, light micrograph. Longitudinal section through the thallus and sporangium of a liverwort (Jungammania sp.) The sporangium (spore capsule)

Liverwort spore elaters, light micrograph. Transverse section through the sporangium of a liverwort (Pellia epiphylla). This is the basal portion of the sporangium

Liverwort spores, light micrograph. Transverse section through the sporangium of a liverwort (Pellia epiphylla). Part of the sporangiums outer wall is at left

Liverwort spore case, light micrograph
Liverwort spore case. Light micrograph of a vertical section through a spore case (sporophyte) from a liverwort (Pellia epiphylla)

Horsetail spores, SEM
Horsetail spores. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of spores of a horsetail (Equisetum sp.). The spores (orange) bear elaters (green), which expand and contract with changes in humidity

Liverwort spore cases, light micrograph
Liverwort spore cases. Light micrograph of a cross-section through five spore cases (sporophytes) from the liverwort Conocephalum conicum (Marchantiales)

Sporophyte capsule of the liverwort. Light micrograph of a cross-section through the sporophyte capsule of the liverwort (Conocephalum conicum) common on wet rocks by streams

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"Exploring the Fascinating World of Elaters: From Horsetail Spores to Click Beetles" Delving into the microscopic realm, we uncover the intricate beauty of common horsetail spores through a scanning electron microscope (SEM) image. Captured under SEM, horsetail spores reveal their unique structure and texture, resembling tiny capsules ready to disperse in search of new habitats. Meet the headlight elater, Pyrophorus noctilucus - one of many click beetles showcasing their mesmerizing bioluminescence that illuminates the night sky. Chalcolepidius porcatus, a stunning lined click beetle with its distinct patterns and colors, stands out among its fellow click beetle counterparts. Agriotes lineatus takes center stage as another remarkable member of the click beetle family; its elegant lines create an eye-catching display on its exoskeleton. Elater suturalis proudly displays its distinctive features - from its elongated body to its impressive jumping ability - making it a true marvel among insects. Semiotus distinctus adds yet another dimension to our exploration of click beetles with its striking appearance and captivating behavior in nature's grand theater. Returning to horsetail spores (Equisetum arvense), SEM reveals their delicate structures once again, reminding us of nature's incredible diversity even at such minuscule scales. Letting our gaze wander further into this enchanting world, we discover liverwort spore capsules through a light micrograph - showcasing their intriguing shapes and textures up close. Liverwort spore elaters come alive under the lens as they assist in dispersing life-giving potential across vast landscapes – an essential role played by these tiny wonders.