Exuviae Collection

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Cicada emerging from moulted exoskeleton during ecdysis - Klungkung, Bali, Indonesia Date: 02-Aug-20

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Windmill Farm Nature Reserve - Analysis of Species - Dragonfly Exuviae on Table Date:

Emperor Dragonfly (Anax imperator) empty larval exuvia, on Common Marestail (Hippuris vulgaris), Oxfordshire, England, June

Common Hawker (Aeshna juncea) exuvium, shedded nymphal skin, Italian Alps, Italy, july

Southern Hawker (Aeshna cyanea) exuvia, shedded nymphal skin, Norfolk, England, July

Broad-bodied Chaser (Libellula depressa) adult, emerging from larval skin, expanding wings, Oxfordshire, England, May

Bush cricket metamorphosis. This male bush cricket has just shed its skin (top) to become an adult (bottom). The process happens at night

Newly-emerged dragonflies. Adult dragonflies (order Odonata) on plant stems after emerging from the nypmh stage. Their discarded nymphal cases (exuviae) can be seen below and between them

Discarded dragonfly nymph cases. Mass of dragonfly (order Odonata) nymph cases (exuviae) left behind on plant stems after the nymphs emerged into adult dragonflies

Dragonfly (Aeshna Cyanea) emerged from exuvia
A close-up view of a Dragonfly (Aeshna Cyanea, Southern Hawker) which has just emerged from its exoskeleton or exuvia

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"Nature's Metamorphosis: Witnessing the Beauty of Exuviae" In the enchanting landscapes of Groningen, The Netherlands, a delicate Blue-tailed Damselfly gracefully emerges from its exuvia. Its vibrant colors and intricate wings symbolize rebirth and transformation. Meanwhile, in Oxfordshire, England, an Emperor Dragonfly leaves behind its empty larval exuvia on a bed of Common Marestail. This remarkable sight serves as a reminder of nature's ability to shed its old skin and embrace new beginnings. A Broad-bodied Chaser adult female breaks free from her exuvia in Groningen. With each emergence, these dragonflies showcase their resilience and adaptability to thrive in their ever-changing environment. On reed leaves nearby, Four-spotted Chasers newly emerge alongside their discarded exuviae. These magnificent creatures take a moment to rest before embarking on their aerial adventures. One even releases a drop of meconium—a sign that it is ready to embark on its journey as an adult. In Leicestershire, England, another spectacle unfolds as Large Red Damselflies emerge from their exuviae clinging onto reed stems. Their delicate bodies glisten under the April sun—a testament to nature's constant cycle of growth and renewal. These captivating moments captured by Picture No. 10892165 remind us that life is full of transformations—both big and small—and that every creature has its own unique story to tell through the process of exuviation. As we marvel at these exquisite creatures emerging from their old selves into something new and beautiful, let us also reflect on our own capacity for growth and change within this vast tapestry we call life.