Female flea, light micrograph
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Female flea, light micrograph
Female flea. Polarised light micrograph of the whole body of a female Pulex flea. The head of the flea is at upper right, with a simple eye (ocellus), two antennae, and piercing, sucking mouthparts. The structures on the fleas body are called combs. They are protective and help movement up hairs. The third pair of legs (at the rear) have enlarged muscles enabling the flea to jump long distances relative to its size. The claws at the end of the legs help the flea cling to hairs. Magnification: x36 when printed at 10 centimetres across
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Antenna Antennae Body Comb Combs Ecto Parasite Flea Insecta Legs Mouth Part Ocellus Parasite Parasitic Polarised Polarized Light Micrograph Light Microscope Pulex
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This print showcases the intricate details of a female Pulex flea, captured under polarised light micrograph. The image reveals the entire body of the flea, with its head positioned at the upper right corner. The head features a single ocellus, two antennae, and piercing, sucking mouthparts that aid in feeding. One notable feature on the flea's body is its combs - protective structures that assist in movement along hairs. At the rear end of this tiny creature are its third pair of legs which possess enlarged muscles enabling it to execute remarkable jumps relative to its size. The claws located at the end of these legs play a crucial role in helping the flea cling onto hairs for stability and mobility. With a magnification factor of x36 when printed at 10 centimetres across, this photograph allows us to appreciate both the beauty and complexity present within even some of nature's tiniest organisms. It serves as a reminder that there is an extraordinary world waiting to be explored beyond what meets our naked eye. This stunning visual representation falls within various fields such as zoology, entomology, biology, and anatomy. It provides valuable insights into not only fleas but also their parasitic nature as ecto parasites. Science Photo Library has once again delivered an awe-inspiring image capturing both artistry and scientific significance simultaneously.
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