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Cat flea head, SEM C014 / 4842
Cat flea head. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the head of cat flea (Ctenocephalides felis). Its eyes (red) can be seen at either side of its head. The two antennae-like structures (centre) are sensory palps, and below these are the mandibles, which are used to pierce the hosts skin and suck blood. Fleas usually only remain on the host whilst feeding. Magnification: x84 when printed 10 centimetres wide
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Arthropod Arthropods Blood Feeder Blood Sucker Cat Flea Colored Ctenocephalides Felis Entomological Flea Insects Mandible Mandibles Palps Parasite Parasitic Sensory Palp
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This print captures the intricate details of a cat flea's head, revealing its fascinating anatomy. The coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) showcases the various features of this tiny arthropod in stunning clarity against a black background. The eyes of the cat flea, depicted in vivid red hues, are prominently displayed on either side of its head, providing it with keen vision to navigate its surroundings. Positioned at the center are two antennae-like structures known as sensory palps, which serve as crucial sensory organs for detecting potential hosts and environmental cues. Beneath these delicate palps lie the mandibles, menacing tools that enable the flea to pierce through its host's skin and extract blood for nourishment. It is intriguing to observe how such minuscule creatures possess specialized adaptations for their parasitic lifestyle. Despite their small size, fleas typically remain on their host only during feeding periods before retreating into surrounding environments. This SEM image magnifies the subject 84 times when printed at 10 centimeters wide, allowing us to appreciate every minute detail that would otherwise go unnoticed by our naked eye. Through this extraordinary photograph from CLOUDS HILL IMAGING LTD/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY, we gain a deeper understanding and appreciation for the complex world of insects and their remarkable survival strategies within nature's vast tapestry.
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