Reproductive Collection (page 3)

Lavender pollen grain, SEM
Lavender pollen grain. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a French lavender (Lavandula dentata) flower, with an enlarged section showing a pollen grain (yellow) amongst the petal (papilla)

Mango tree. The mango (Magnifera sp.) is native to the Indian sub-continent, and contains many minerals and vitamins as well as fibre

Cow anatomy, artwork
Cow anatomy. Computer artwork showing the internal anatomy of a domesticated cow (Bos primigenius). Anatomical features shown here include the skeleton, lungs, intestines, bladder

Mushroom anatomy, diagram
Mushroom anatomy. Diagram of the anatomy of Basidiomyceta mushrooms, and their growth from a fungal mycelium in the soil (left) to a full-grown mushroom (right)

Pelecanimimus dinosaurs mating. Artwork of male (right) and female (left) Pelecanimimus dinosaurs mating. This ornithomimosaur (ostrich-like dinosaur) lived around 120 million years ago

Infectious bronchitis virus (IBV), TEM
Infectious bronchitis virus (IBV) particles, coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM). This virus is a member of the coronavirus family

Mouldy bread. The white areas are fungal mycelia, masses of thread-like structures (hyphae) that absorb nutrients. The blue-green areas are the fungal spores (reproductive structures)

Bee foot claws, SEM
Bee foot claws, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). These claws, on a bees fore legs, are used to comb pollen from the body and transfer it to the pollen baskets on the bees hind legs

Fennel stem, SEM
Fennel stem. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a cluster of fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) flowers on a stem, seen from below. Magnification unknown

Pollen dispersal. Wind dispersal of pollen from the lesser pond sedge (Carex acutiformis). Each pollen grain contains a male gamete, which fertilises the ovules (eggs)

Marigold pollen grain, SEM
Marigold pollen grain. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a pollen grain from a marigold plant (family Compositae)

Pandanus fruit. The ripe fruit of the pandanus palm (Pandanus tectorius) or screwpine. The wedge- shaped orange sections (drupes)

Giant sequoia cones (Sequoiadendron giganteum). Person holding seed cones from a giant sequoia tree. The giant sequoia is native to the Sierra Nevada mountains of California

Yellow salsify seeds. Close-up of a seed leaving the seed-head of the yellow salsify (Tragopogon dubuis). This plant has a similar seed head to the common dandelion (Taraxacum officinale)

Old mans beard seedheads
Old mans beard (Clematis vitalba) seedheads. Each of the seeds bears a long, feathery streamer which keeps it afloat in the air and so aids wind dispersal

Bumble bee on a Michaelmas daisy
Pollination. Macrophotograph of a white-tailed bumble bee, Bombus lucorum, visiting a flowering Michaelmas daisy, Aster frikartii

Phalaenopsis orchid (Phalaenopsis sp. )
Phalaenopsis orchid (Phalaenopsis sp.)

City Country ca 1865 Etching Sheet 5 1 / 2 x 8 1 / 16
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Moose in Uintah Wasatch Cache National Forest, Utah

Pollination
Antique illustration of a pollination

Illustration of Giant clam (Tridacna gigas) shooting out cloud of eggs

Line drawing, late 19th century
MALE REPRODUCTIVE ORGANS. Line drawing, late 19th century

Volcano Sea Cucumber (Holothuria turriscelsa) adult, ejecting sperm, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, July

Paddleworm (Phyllodoce sp. ) adult, Epitoke stage pelagic morph capable of sexual reproduction, Kimmeridge Bay
Paddleworm (Phyllodoce sp.) adult, Epitoke stage pelagic morph capable of sexual reproduction, Kimmeridge Bay, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, August

Male and female Common Toads (Bufo bufo) mating

In vitro fertilisation, artwork F006 / 3726
In vitro fertilisation, computer artwork

Butterfly eggs. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of eggs of the large white (cabbage white) butterfly Pieris brassicae

Fruit fly sex comb, SEM
Fruit fly (Drosophila melanogaster) sex comb, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). The sex comb is found only on the front legs of males

Vine weevil larva, SEM
Black vine weevil larva (Otiorhynchus sulcatus), coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). This insect is a pest that attacks a wide range of plants, including the yew, rhododendron, azalea

Protozoan sexual reproduction, SEM Z105 / 0240
Protozoan sexual reproduction. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of two Paramecium caudatum protozoa reproducing sexually by a method called conjugation

Wasp nest under a leaf, with eggs and larvae visible. Most wasp nests are made from wood fibres that have been chewed up to form a paper-like pulp

Glass frog eggs. Close-up of the eggs of a glass frog (family: Centrolenidae) on a leaf. Like all amphibians, frogs require water for their reproductive stage

Flowers reproductive structures, artwork
Flowers reproductive structures, computer artwork. At centre is the female part of the flower, the carpel (green), which consists of a stigma (top), style (down centre) and ovary (bottom)

In vitro fertilisation, artwork F006 / 8779
In vitro fertilisation, computer artwork

In vitro fertilisation, artwork F006 / 8778
In vitro fertilisation, computer artwork

Fertilisation, artwork F006 / 8739
Fertilisation, computer artwork

Human sperm cells, artwork F006 / 8688
Human sperm cells, computer artwork

Mantled guereza mother and baby C017 / 7630
Mantled guereza (Colobus guereza) mother and baby in a wild fig tree. This monkey is also known as the eastern black-and-white colobus

Treehopper larvae and adults. Treehoppers (family: Membracidae) are insects that feed on the sap in plant stems. The numerous species take a wide variety of shapes

Male pheasant displaying. Male common pheasant (Phasianus colchicus) displaying to a female (not seen). This gamebird inhabits woodland, scrub, farmland and marshes, feeding on vegetation, grains

Fertilisation, artwork C016 / 7516
Fertilisation. Cutaway computer artwork of a sperm cell (spermatozoa) penetrating an egg (large). The nucleus of the sperm cell will fuse with the egg and its DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid)

IVF treatment, light microscope C016 / 6536
IVF treatment. Light microscope of human egg cells (large, round) and sperm (small dark ovals with tails) in a petri dish during in vitro fertilisation (IVF)

IVF treatment, light microscope C016 / 6535
IVF treatment. Light microscope of human egg cells (large, round) and sperm (small dark ovals with tails) in a petri dish during in vitro fertilisation (IVF)

IVF treatment, light microscope C016 / 6512
IVF treatment. Light microscope of human egg cells (large, round) and sperm (small dark ovals with tails) in a petri dish during in vitro fertilisation (IVF)

Fertilisation, artwork C016 / 7515
Fertilisation. Computer artwork of a sperm cell (spermatozoa) penetrating an egg (large)

Nothronychus dinosaur family, artwork C015 / 9714
Nothronychus dinosaur family, artwork. This theropod dinosaur, found in what is now North America some 91 million years ago, lived during the Cretaceous. The type specimen is Nothronychus mckinleyi

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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.