Cat flea, SEM

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Cat flea, SEM

Cat flea. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the head of a cat flea (Ctenocephalides felis). Magnification: x130 when printed at 10 centimetres wide

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Media ID 6390629

© STEVE GSCHMEISSNER/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY

Animal Body Part Animal Head Arthropod Cat Flea Electron Microscope Flea Full Frame Magnification One Animal Parasite Animal Leg

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the intricate details of a cat flea, captured through the lens of a scanning electron microscope (SEM). The black background intensifies the close-up view, allowing us to marvel at the front view of this arthropod's head. Magnified 130 times and printed at 10 centimeters wide, every minuscule feature becomes visible in stunning clarity. The image reveals the remarkable complexity of this tiny parasite that plagues our feline companions. From its menacing mouthparts to its delicate sensory organs, each element is meticulously displayed. The scanning electron micrograph provides an unprecedented glimpse into the world of entomology and biology. With only one animal occupying the frame, all attention is drawn towards this fascinating creature. Its slender legs and arm-like appendages are frozen in time, emphasizing both its agility and adaptability as it navigates through fur with ease. Steve Gschmeissner's expertise behind this photograph captures not just a scientific specimen but also an artistic masterpiece. Through his lens, we gain insight into a hidden realm that often goes unnoticed by human eyes alone. This awe-inspiring image serves as a reminder that even within seemingly insignificant organisms such as fleas lies extraordinary beauty waiting to be explored by those willing to delve deeper into nature's wonders.

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