Bristle Collection (page 3)

Bee eye, SEM
Bee eye. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the compound eye of a honey bee (Apis mellifera). Protective hairs cover its surface

Moth antenna. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the antenna of a moth (order Lepidoptera). The antenna is covered in sensory hairs that detect movement and smell

Tip of ant foot, SEM
Tip of ant foot. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the tip of a leg from an ant (family Formicidae). The end of an insect leg consists of the final segment, which is called the tarsus

Ant foot, SEM
Ant foot. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the tip of a leg from an ant (family Formicidae). The end of an insect leg consists of the final segment, which is called the tarsus

Fly eyes, SEM
Fly eyes. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the simple eyes (ocelli) of a hover fly (family Syrphidae). There are three

Horse fly foot, SEM
Horse fly foot. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the foot of a horse fly (Tabanus sp.). The fly uses the two claws (brown) on each of its feet to help it grip on rough surfaces

Fly eye facets, SEM
Fly eye facets. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of facets on the eye of a fly. Each of the two compound eyes comprises several thousand image-forming facets called ommatidia

Bee foot, SEM
Bee foot. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the tip of a leg from a bee (superfamily Apoidea). The end of an insect leg consists of the final segment, which is called the tarsus

Flys eye, SEM
Flys eye. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a flys compound eye. Protective bristles cover its surface. The eye is made up of numerous visual units, known as ommatidia

Fly hairs, SEM
Fly hairs. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of hairs on the body of an unidentified fly (order Diptera). These hairs may have a sensory function. Magnification: x210 at 6x7cm size

Compound eye of a bee, SEM
Compound eye of a bee. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of numerous lenses making up the surface of a compound eye from a honey bee (Apis sp.)

Used toothbrush bristle, SEM
Used toothbrush bristle. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of dental plaque on a bristle from a used toothbrush. Plaque consists of a film of bacteria embedded in a glycoprotein matrix

Nail brush

Toothbrush heads and toothpaste tube
Toothbrush heads having herbal toothpaste applied from a tube. Regular brushing helps to prevent tooth decay (dental caries)

Toothbrushes. Regular brushing helps to prevent tooth decay (dental caries)

Motorised toothbrush heads. Electric toothbrushes have a motor that vibrates the toothbrushs head. A toothpaste tube is seen at far right. Regular brushing helps to prevent tooth decay

Coloured SEM of a toothbrush scrubbing a tooth
Toothbrushing. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of toothbrush bristles (orange) scrubbing a tooth (light blue). Debris on the tooth is coloured green

Sable paintbrush tip, SEM
Paintbrush tip, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). This is a sable paintbrush, made with the hair of the sable (Mustela zibellina), a relative of the weasel

Toothbrush bristles, SEM
Toothbrush bristles, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). These bristles are designed to be used in tooth brushing to remove food debris and dental plaque from teeth

Tarantula hair, SEM
Tarantula hair. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a hair from the abdomen of a tarantula (family Theraphosidae) spider

Bobbit worm with its jaws extended. Bobbit worms (Eunice aphroditois) are aggressive predatory polychaete worms that use their huge jaws (grey) to snatch at passing fish

Bedstraw stem, SEM
Bedstraw stem. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the stem of bedstraw (Galium sp.). The bedstraws are sweet-smelling herbaceous plants of the Rubiaceae family, which includes coffee

Birds nest pincushion cactus (Mammillaria decipiens)

Greater burdock burr caught on wool
Greater burdock burr (Arctium lappa) caught on wool. The burr contains individual fruits (achenes) attached by a papery bract (modified leaf, top)

Greater burdock burr (Arctium lappa). This structure contains individual fruits (achenes), attached by a papery bract (modified leaf)

Agrimony burrs (Agrimonia eupatoria)
Agrimony (Agrimonia eupatoria) seed capsules (burrs). The end of each capsule is fringed with hooked bristles. The bristles enable the fruit to become attached to animal fur or human clothing

Namibia, Etosha National Park. Details of two zebras

Flowers of Borage Borago officinalis, against the light. From south Europe; Dorset
ROG-13351 Flowers of Borage - against the light. From south Europe; Dorset. UK Borago officinalis Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Woman Brushing Hair
A young woman wearing a paisley pattern dressing gown brushes her long hair with a silver handled bristle brush with an embroidered floral back. Date: 1940s

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"Bristle: Nature's Intricate Design" From the delicate bristles on a moth antenna to the meticulous brushing of teeth, a fascinating element found in various forms. Under the watchful eye of an SEM (Scanning Electron Microscope), these tiny structures reveal their intricate beauty. In the botanical world, changeable velvetberry, scientifically known as Stachytarpheta mutabilis, showcases its vibrant petals adorned with soft bristles. Turn to page 226 and discover the enchanting Fringed Helmet Orchid (Corysanthes fimbriata Br / aFringed) with its velvety texture and exquisite bristled appearance. Venturing into fern territory, we encounter Trichomanes elegans - commonly referred to as Bristle Fern. Its slender fronds are adorned with fine hairs that add an ethereal touch to any landscape. Another member of this family is Trichomanes botryoides; its unique structure captivates all who stumble upon it. Diving beneath the waves, we delve into marine life where bristle worms or polychaetes reign supreme. These segmented creatures display a remarkable array of colorful bristles along their bodies - nature's own work of art. Sea mice or Bristle worms like Arenicola marina and Clymene amphistoma leave trails behind them as they navigate through sandy ocean floors. Amphitrite ventilabrum emerges from undersea depths; this sea worm boasts magnificent feathery appendages resembling delicate brushes made up of countless tiny bristles. The sight is truly mesmerizing. Returning to land once more, we find ourselves amidst various species of Trichomanes ferns - each showcasing their distinct charm through elegant fronds embellished with minute hair-like projections. Bristles exist in myriad forms across different realms - from insect antennae to plant petals and marine organisms' bodies.