Louse Collection (page 3)

Sheep farming, dipping ewes with insecticide to kill lice and mites, North Yorkshire, England, September

Plant Parasites C017 / 3500
Plate from 18th century encyclopedia showing various categories of plant parasite including those of; elm, hornbeam, oak, artichoke, gooseberry, elder, rose, peach, lime, beech and box

Head Louse C017 / 3441
Plate from 18th century encyclopedia showing an illustration of a human head louse (Pediculus humanus capitis), an obligate ectoparasite of humans

Pubic louse, artwork F007 / 7463
Pubic louse, computer artwork

Pubic louse, artwork F007 / 7462
Pubic louse, computer artwork

Head louse, artwork F007 / 7349
Head louse, computer artwork

Head louse claw
Head louse. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a claw of a human head louse (Pediculus humanus capitis) clinging to a human hair

Coloured SEM of a human head louse on hair shafts
Head louse. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a human head louse (Pediculus humanus capitis) clinging to human hair

Fish louse C014 / 4837
Fish louse. Dark-field illuminated light micrograph of a fish louse (Argulus sp.). This freshwater crustacean is a serious pest in commercial fish farms and fisheries

Louse, 17th-century microscopy C016 / 5862
Louse. 17th-century artwork of the underside of a louse clinging to a human hair, observed with an early microscope. Published in Micrographia (1665) by the English scientist Robert Hooke (1635-1703)

Human head louse Pediculus, LM C013 / 5282
Light micrograph using differential interference contrast (DIC) of a human head louse (Pediculus humanus capitus). This exoparasite has a large head with two eyes (black)

Egg of human head louse pediculus, LM C013 / 5284
Light micrograph using differential interference contrast (DIC) of a nit (egg case) containing a developing human head louse Pediculus humanus capitis, attached to a human hair

Mercury mixed with oil is applied with a mop to remove lice from a mans scalp
DE-LOUSING, 1491. Mercury mixed with oil is applied with a mop to remove lice from a mans scalp. Woodcut from an encyclopedia printed at Mainz in 1491

Barklouse in amber
A Barklouse, Pscoptera preserved in Dominican amber. Specimen dates from the Lower Miocene

Pediculus humanus, human head louse
Scanning electron microscope image of a human head louse (x 60). These external parasites use their hook-like claws to grip the hair

Microthoracius cameli, camel sucking louse
A female specimen of a camel sucking louse (Microthoracius cameli) approximately 4mm in length

Porcellio sp. woodlouse

Copepod parasite
Specimen jar containing copepod parasites, which live on the body surface of salmon and in large numbers can cause damage to the fish. Specimens held at the Natural History Museum, London

Glyptonotus antarcticus

Sipha glyceriae, aphids
Aphid or plant lice are small, plant-sucking insects. Aphids tend to form in clusters and prefer young shoots and succulent leaves

De-lousing illustration
A Hortus watercolour published in 1491 which illustrates de-lousing in Hortus Sanitatis from Mediaeval Natural History

Pthirus gorillae, gorilla louse
Photomicrograph of a gorilla louse specimen, length 2.5 mm from Rwanda / Zaire. The gorilla louse is from the same genus as the human louse

Filossera della vite
Tav. 3a. Illustrations of various mites and lice from Conoscenza delle Fillosserine 1912 by B. Grassi

Dog Louse (x10)
JC-646 Dog Louse (x10) Linognathus setosus John Clegg contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Common Rough Woodlouse
KEL-263 Common Rough Woodlouse Porcellio scaber Ken Lucas contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Insect / Wood Louse
A Wood Louse. Date: 1960s

Sheep farming, shepherd applying insecticide along back of sheep, to prevent fly strike and lice, England, september

Robert Hookes drawing of a human louse
Louse. Human louse clinging to a hair, drawn by Robert Hooke & published in Micrographia in 1665. Hooke was curator of experiments at the Royal Microscopical Society of London

Human body louse (Pediculus humanus corporis), light micrograph. This louse carries typhus fever, however under hygenic conditions infestations are unlikely to occur

Badger body louse, SEM
Badger body louse. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the head of a badger body louse (Trichodectes melis). This is the second most common ectoparasite (external parasite) of the badger

Feather louse nymph, SEM
Feather louse nymph. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a feather louse nymph (family Ischnocera) on a feather. This is an ectoparasite (external parasite) of birds

Head lice, artwork
Head lice (Pediculus humanus capitis), computer artwork. The louse at left has its lower (ventral) side facing upwards and the louse at right has its upper (dorsal) side facing upwards

Badger body lice, SEM
Badger body lice. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of two badger body lice (Trichodectes melis) on badger hairs

Cat flea, artwork

Head lice examination
MODEL RELEASED. Head lice examination. Doctor checking a six year old girl for head lice (Pediculus humanus capitis). Head lice measure 2-3 millimetres in length

Head louse, light micrograph

Nit comb
Combing a young girls hair with a nit comb

Seal louse, SEM
Seal louse (Echinophthirius horridus), coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). This ectoparasite (external parasite) feeds on the blood of seals, but only when the seals are on land

Fish louse, SEM
Fish louse. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the underside of a fish louse (Argulus sp.) This freshwater crustacean is usually found on carp

Head louse, SEM
Head louse. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a head louse (Pediculus humanus capitis) clinging to a human hair. Head lice measure 2-3 millimetres in length

Pig Louse - x5 magnification
JC-253 Pig Louse - x5 magnification John Clegg Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Blackstriped Cardnalfish with Fish Lice (Family Cymathoidae) - this isopod attached to this Cardnalfish is slowly
VT-8969 Blackstriped Cardinalfish with Fish Lice (Family Cymathoidae) Raja Ampat - Indonesia Apogon nigrofasciatus This isopod attached to this Cardinalfish is slowly sucking the life from its host

Saw Legged Fish Louse - this carnivorous louse attaches itself to a host fish where it in sucks blood and flesh
VT-8759 Saw-Legged Fish Louse - this carnivorous louse attaches itself to a host fish where it in sucks blood and flesh. This poor parrotfish has two of these flesh sucking louse which must be a

Hog Louse
PPG-1752 Hog Louse. Haematopinus suis Pascal Goetgheluck Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Feather Louse - on feather of Kestrel
JLMO-3501 Feather Louse - on feather of Kestrel Laemobothrion tinnunculi John Mason Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Feather Louse - on feather. Magnification x10
JLMO-2353 Feather Louse - on feather. Magnification x10 Nirmus merulensis John Mason Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

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"Exploring the Louse River: A Canoeing Adventure in Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, Superior National Forest" Get ready for an exhilarating canoeing experience on the picturesque Louse River. As you paddle through the stunning Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness in Superior National Forest, be prepared to encounter nature's fascinating creatures. Zooming in with a scanning electron microscope reveals the intricate details of a head louse. This tiny pest may cause discomfort but offers a glimpse into its microscopic world. Similarly, an adult pea aphid captured in macro shot showcases its presence as a common agricultural pest found in Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany. Beekeeping enthusiasts will appreciate the importance of these industrious insects and their role in pollination. Meanwhile, Mother Louse Alewife reminds us of the diversity within aquatic ecosystems and how every species contributes to maintaining balance. A colony of small permanent currant aphids highlights their ability to thrive as pests while providing another captivating macro shot from Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany. Robert Hooke's 1665 copper engraving depicts his groundbreaking discovery of lice using a microscope—a testament to scientific exploration throughout history. In aquariums worldwide, fish lice can be seen feeding on tropical fish—an intriguing sight that underscores the complexity of underwater life. Reflecting back on history, we are reminded by WW2 posters about typhus and its spread—illustrating how knowledge is crucial for disease prevention. At Brackenridge Field Laboratory in Austin, Travis County, researchers study head lice (Pediculus humanus capitus) to better understand these parasites' behavior and develop effective treatments. Pear Emmanuel dit Caran d'Ache's illustration from Psst. . Portrays societal issues like antisemitism during the Dreyfus Case intertwined with insect symbolism—a thought-provoking representation indeed.