Bee Sting Collection

Cupid, Stung by a Bee, Is Cherished by his Mother, 1774. Creator: Benjamin West
Cupid, Stung by a Bee, Is Cherished by his Mother, 1774

Sylvia cures shepherdess Phyllis bee-sting
Sylvia cures the shepherdess Phyllis of a bee-sting

Sting of a honeybee embedded in a human finger
Bee sting. View of a honeybee sting embedded in the skin of a human finger. At centre, the sting is seen, carrying with it nerve and muscle tissue that work to pump poison (peptides) into the finger

Honeybee stinging a finger
Bee sting. View of a honeybee Apis mellifera in the process of stinging a human finger. At lower centre, the sting has embedded in skin

False colour SEM of a bee sting
Bee sting. Coloured scanning electron micrograph of the posterior end of a honeybee Apis mellifera showing the bees sting (needlelike)

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"Stung by a Bee: A Love Story" In this captivating artwork titled "Cupid, Stung by a Bee, Is Cherished by his Mother, 1774, " Benjamin West beautifully captures the essence of an unexpected encounter. Just like Cupid's arrow can strike unexpectedly, so can the sting of a bee. Microscopic objects come to life in vibrant colors through this colored engraving. It showcases Sylvia, the shepherdess who cures her dear friend Phyllis from a painful bee sting. The tenderness and care depicted in this scene remind us of the power of friendship and healing. Zooming into nature's intricate details, we see a close-up view of a bee sting on the point of a needle in another colored SEM image. This microscopic marvel highlights both the beauty and potential pain that lies within such tiny creatures. The SEM image also reveals another perspective – that of the honeybee stinging human flesh. As we observe its stinger embedded in a finger, we are reminded that even small actions can have significant consequences. But fear not. In moments like these, it is essential to remember Sylvia's act of kindness towards Phyllis. Bees may sting with their venomous barbs but understanding their role as pollinators helps us appreciate their importance for our ecosystem. Let us admire yet again another stunning false-colored SEM image showcasing the intricate details of a bee sting up close. Its delicate structure reminds us that even amidst pain or discomfort, there is always something beautiful to be found if one looks closely enough. As we delve deeper into these microscopic wonders through multiple SEM images capturing different angles and perspectives on bee stingers' intricacies, let them serve as reminders – whether it be about love stories or acts of compassion – that sometimes life's most profound lessons lie hidden within seemingly insignificant encounters.