Forensic Entomology Collection

Blowfly laying eggs, SEM
Blowfly laying eggs. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a female Lucilia sp. blowfly laying her eggs (lower left). A blowfly lays its eggs on dead bodies

Goliathus goliatus, goliath beetle
An x-ray image of the goliath beetle, Goliathus goliatus, showing shotgun wounds

Skin of dermestid beetle larva, SEM
Dermestid beetle (Dermestes sp.) empty pupal case, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). This beetle is studied by forensic entomologists as it feeds on extremely dry, desiccated dead bodies

Dead fly, SEM
Dead fly. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of an unidentified fly (order Diptera) that has been killed by impact with a car headlamp

Larder beetle larva head, SEM
Larder beetle (Dermestes lardarius) larva head, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). This beetle is studied by forensic entomologists as it feeds on extremely dry, desiccated dead bodies

Ham beetle larva, SEM
Ham beetle (Necrobia sp.) larva, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Forensic entomologists study this beetle because it feeds on dead bodies

Blowfly pupa hatching, SEM
Blowfly pupa hatching. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a Calliphora vicina blowfly adult emerging from its pupa

Blowfly maggot feeding, SEM
Blowfly maggot feeding. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a Calliphora vicina blowfly maggot (larva) feeding on liver tissue

Blowfly maggot pupa, SEM
Blowfly pupa on carpet. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a Calliphora vicina blowfly pupa that will hatch an adult fly. A blowfly lays its eggs on dead bodies

Dead fly on car windscreen, SEM
Dead fly. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of an unidentified fly (order Diptera) that has been killed by impact with a car windscreen

Blowfly head, SEM
Head of a blowfly. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a Lucilia sp. blowfly head. A female blowfly lays her eggs on dead bodies. This behaviour is studied by forensic entomologists

Dead fly on a fly swat, SEM
Dead fly. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of an unidentified fly (order Diptera) that has been killed by a fly swat. Insects can help in solving crimes, an area named forensic entomology

Necrobia beetle larva, SEM
Ham beetle (Necrobia sp.) larva, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Forensic entomologists study this beetle because it feeds on dead bodies

Red-shouldered ham beetle head, SEM
Red-shouldered ham beetle (Necrobia ruficollis) head, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Forensic entomologists study this beetle because it feeds on dead bodies

Dead fly from car headlamp, SEM
Dead fly. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of an unidentified fly (order Diptera) that has been killed by impact with a car headlamp

Dead moth, SEM
Dead moth. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of an unidentified moth (order Lepidoptera) that has been killed by impact with a car headlamp

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"Unveiling the Secrets of Forensic Entomology: A Closer Look at Nature's Silent Witnesses" Blowfly laying eggs, SEM: Witnessing the start of an insect investigation as blowflies leave their mark. Goliathus goliatus, goliath beetle: Exploring the fascinating world of beetles and their potential role in forensic entomology. Skin of dermestid beetle larva, SEM: Delving into the microscopic details to identify key players in decomposition processes. Dead fly, SEM: Examining a deceased insect under high magnification to unlock clues about its final moments. Larder beetle larva head, SEM: Peering into the intricate anatomy of larder beetles and understanding their significance in forensic investigations. Ham beetle larva, SEM: Unraveling the mysteries surrounding ham beetles and their involvement in decomposition stages. Blowfly pupa hatching, SEM: Witnessing nature's transformation as blowfly pupae emerge from their protective casings. Blowfly maggot feeding, SEM: Capturing a crucial moment when blowfly maggots consume organic matter during decomposition processes. Blowfly maggot pupa, SEM: Observing blowfly maggots undergoing metamorphosis into pupae – a critical stage for forensic entomologists to determine time since death estimates. Dead fly on car windscreen, SEM: Analyzing unexpected crime scene evidence through examining insects found on surfaces like car windshields – providing valuable insights for investigators. Blowfly head, SEM : Studying minute features within a blowfly's head that may hold vital information regarding its life cycle or environmental exposure Dead fly on a fly swat, SEM : Discovering intriguing traces left behind by flies caught mid-flight - offering unique perspectives for forensic experts to analyze circumstances surrounding their demise.