Under Side Collection (page 5)

Tick, light micrograph
Tick. Light micrograph of the head of a male castor bean tick (Ixodes ricinus) showing its mouthparts (yellow). The mouthparts of a tick consist of three visible components

Callicore aegina butterfly, underside. This specimen is from Peru

Soil mite, SEM
Soil mite. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a soil mite. This mite is typically found in moss and leaf litter

Porcelain mushroom (Oudemansiella mucida)
Porcelain mushrooms (Oudemansiella mucida) growing on a moss-covered branch. This edible fungus is named after its translucent appearance. Photographed in the New Forest, UK, in October

Manta ray swimming in open ocean
Manta ray (Manta birostris) swimming in an open ocean. Photographed in the Yum Balam Marine protected area, Holbox Island, Yucatan Peninsula, Quintana Roo, Mexico

Orange tip butterflies (Anthocharis cardamines) at rest on a bugle (Ajuga sp.) flower stalk. Photographed in Dorset, UK, May

Silhouetted gecko. Small gecko silhouetted against the light on a blue sheet in a rainforest. Photographed in Sarawak, the Malaysian part of the island of Borneo

Common blue butterflies mating
Common blue (Polyommatus icarus) butterflies mating. Male common blue uppersides are an iridescent lilac blue with a thin black border

Cushion seastar. Close-up of the underside of a cushion starfish (Culcita novaeguineae). Photographed off Misool, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

Fern fronds

Glacial cave, Switzerland
Glacial cave. Glacial meltwater flowing into an ice cave under the Aletsch Glacier. Air pockets can also be seen in the underside of the glaciers ice

Beefsteak Fungus (Fistulina hepatica). This bracket fungus belonging to the homobasidiomycetes grows on the bark of living oak and sweet chestnut trees

Hedgehog snout, SEM
Hedgehog snout, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). The nose of a hedgehog (Erinaceus sp.) is highly innervated and extremely sensitive. Magnification: x15 when printed at 10 centimetres wide

Oak spangle galls
Common spangle galls of the gall wasp Neuroterus quercusbaccarum on underside of oak leaf. Dorset UK September 2009

Brain anatomy, diagram
Brain anatomy. Diagram of the underside (ventral aspect) of the brain, showing the anatomical structure of the various components

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

Seven-spot ladybird, SEM
Seven-spot ladybird. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the underside of a seven-spot ladybird (Coccinella septempunctata)

Orange tip butterfly covered in dew
Male orange tip butterfly (Anthocharis cardamines) covered in dew at dawn. Photographed in Dorset, UK, May

Froghopper, SEM
Froghopper. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the underside of the head of a froghopper (superfamily Cercopoidea)

Bedbug, SEM
Bedbug. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the underside of a bedbug (Cimex sp.). Adult bedbugs bodies are flattened, oval, and wingless

Antarctic iceberg, split view
Antarctic iceberg. Split view, above and below water, photograph of an iceberg near Pleneau island in the Antarctic peninsula

Fern spore cases, SEM
Fern spore cases. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a sorus on the underside of a fern leaf. A sorus is a group of sporangia (round lumps)

Herb oil glands, SEM
Herb oil glands. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the underside of a thyme (Thymus vulgaris) leaf, showing the modified trichomes (hair cells, round)

Fungus gnat head, SEM
Fungus gnat. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the head of a fungus gnat (family Sciaridae). At centre are the gnats compound eyes (brown)

Fern leaf, SEM
Fern leaf. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the underside of a fern leaf, showing sori. A sorus is a group of sporangia (brown)

Antarctic iceberg with krill, split view
Antarctic iceberg with krill. Split view, above and below water, photograph of an iceberg near Cuverville Island in the antarctic peninsula. A single krill is at bottom right of the image

Jet flight, composite image

Flatworm on a leaf. Light micrograph of an unsegmented flatworm (Dugesia sp.) on the underside of a leaf from the European white water lily (Nymphaea alba)

Bracket fungus (Daedaleopsis confragosa)
Blushing bracket fungus (Daedaleopsis confragosa). Close-up of the underside of the blushing bracket fungus showing its pores. The pores are the ends of the tubes within which the spores are produced

Bracket fungus (Polyporus squamosus)
Bracket fungus. Dryads saddle (Polyporus squamosus) bracket fungus on a tree

Spotted eagle ray (Aetobatus narinari). Photographed in the Red Sea off the coast of Eilat, Israel

Lighting striking an aeroplane, composite image

Pond snail egg masses, light micrograph
Pond snail egg masses. Light micrograph of the underside of a white water lily (Nymphaea alba) leaf (green), showing a number of great pond snail (Lymnaea stagnalis) egg cases (sausage-shaped)

Hindfoot of a common shrew, SEM
Hindfoot of a common shrew (Sorex araneus), scanning electron micrograph (SEM). This shrew is a small mammal that is commonly found in woodlands, grasslands and hedgelands of Britain

Red squirrel feeding
Red squirrel (Sciurus vulgaris) on the forest floor. Photographed in a Caledonian Scots pine forest, Cairngorms National Park, Scottish Highlands, in June

Group of octopuses. Octopuses (order Octopoda) are cephalopod molluscs, a type of marine invertebrate. Here, the undersides of the octopuses are seen

Red squirrel feeding
Red squirrel (Sciurus vulgaris) feeding on the forest floor. Photographed in a Caledonian Scots pine forest, Cairngorms National Park, Scottish Highlands, in May

Aeroplane in flight
Aeroplane. Composite image of an aeroplane in flight

Mite, SEM
Mite. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a mite. Mites belong to the subclass Acarina and are one of the most diverse invertebrate groups

Air traffic, conceptual image
Air traffic. Conceptual composite image of a high volume of air traffic

Common frog (Rana temporaria). Newly adult frog at 14-16 weeks old

Female criton birdwing butterfly (Troides criton), underside view. Birdwings are the largest butterflies, with wingspans of up to 31 centimetres, and the sexes are differently coloured

Manta ray (Manta birostris). This is the worlds largest ray. It can reach a total length of around eight metres and weigh up to 3, 000 kilograms

Manta rays (Manta birostris). This is the worlds largest ray. It can reach a total length of around eight metres and weigh up to 3, 000 kilograms

Chevron barracuda (Sphyraena qenie) schooling. Photographed off Sipadan, Sabah, Malaysia

Bamboo shark (family Hemiscylliidae). These types of sharks are commonly known as longtail carpet sharks or bamboo sharks. Most are nocturnal and feed on shellfish

Plant stomata, light micrograph
Plant stomata. Light micrograph of stomatal pores on the surface of a kidney bean (Phaseolus sp.) leaf. The stomata are gaps (white) within two guard cells (blue, kidney-shaped)

Stinging nettle leaf, light micrograph
Stinging nettle leaf. Polarised light micrograph of the underside of a stinging nettle (Urtica dioica) leaf. Two types of hairs are seen

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"Exploring the Hidden Beauty: From George Mutch's Goal to Underneath a Crowned Hairstreak Butterfly, Red Squirrel, and More. " Diving into the under side of captivating moments, we witness George Mutch's triumphant goal for Preston North End at the FA Cup Final. But let us not forget that beneath our feet lies a mesmerizing world filled with wonders. Delicate and elusive, a crowned hairstreak butterfly reveals its vibrant colors as it gracefully flutters through the air. Meanwhile, a red squirrel perches on a branch, showcasing its playful nature amidst nature's backdrop. Transporting ourselves back in time through an Air Mail Poster, we uncover Hensons Aerial Steam Carriage - an invention ahead of its time. Just like this remarkable contraption, there is so much more beneath the surface waiting to be discovered. Inquisitive jackdaws peck away at hidden treasures while giant manta rays glide effortlessly through ocean depths. Their majestic presence reminds us of the vastness below our everyday lives. Venturing further into this mysterious realm unveils intricate skull anatomy and delicate sulphur butterflies (Phoebis sp. ) dancing among blossoms. Moon jellyfish pulsate gently in ethereal beauty as if painting strokes across their underwater canvas. Finally, our journey concludes with an awe-inspiring sight overhead - a giant manta ray soaring gracefully against Mexico's Revillagigedo Islands' backdrop. This breathtaking encounter leaves us humbled by Mother Nature's grandeur from every angle. As we embrace these glimpses into the under side of life itself, may we remember that beyond what meets the eye lies endless marvels awaiting exploration – reminding us that true beauty often resides where least expected.