Household Pest Collection

Silverfish scales, SEM
Silverfish scales (Lepisma saccharina). Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of scales from a silverfish. The silverfish is a primitive insect that has remained unchanged for millions of

Silverfish head, SEM
Silverfish. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the head of a silverfish (Lepisma saccharina). This primitive insect has remained unchanged for millions of years

Coloured SEM of a silverfish (order Thysanura)

Silverfish scales, SEM
Silverfish scales, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). The silverfish (Lepisma saccharina) is a primitive insect that has remained unchanged for millions of years

Silverfish, SEM
Silverfish. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a silverfish (Lepisma saccharina) on toilet paper. Silverfish are so named because they are covered in tiny shiny scales

Bedbug, SEM
Bedbug. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the underside of a bedbug (Cimex sp.). Adult bedbugs bodies are flattened, oval, and wingless

Bedbug head, SEM
Bedbug head. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the head of a bedbug (Cimex sp.). Antennae are seen at top, with compound eyes (purple) at the sides of its head

Fungus gnat head, SEM
Fungus gnat. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the head of a fungus gnat (family Sciaridae). At centre are the gnats compound eyes (brown)

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"Unveiling the Intricate World of Household Pests: A Closer Look through SEM" Step into the microscopic realm and discover the hidden secrets of household pests. With cutting-edge technology like Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), we can now explore their intricate features up close. Let's start with the silverfish, a fascinating creature known for its distinctive scales. In an SEM image, these scales appear as delicate armor, shimmering under magnification. The detailed view of a silverfish head reveals its unique structure, showcasing its sensory organs and mandibles designed for survival. Delving deeper into this order Thysanura insect family, we encounter a colored SEM image capturing the essence of a silverfish in all its glory. Its elongated body and swift movements are perfectly adapted to navigate our homes unnoticed. Moving on to another notorious pest - bedbugs - SEM allows us to witness their minuscule yet menacing presence. An SEM image showcases their exoskeleton texture in stunning detail; every ridge and groove serves as an adaptation for survival in your cozy bedding. Returning to our intriguing friend, the silverfish once again takes center stage under SEM scrutiny. This time, it reveals itself in multiple perspectives – highlighting both its overall appearance and minute details that make it such an interesting subject for study. But let's not forget about other common household nuisances like fungus gnats. Their tiny bodies may seem insignificant but examining them through an SEM lens brings out their intricacies at full scale – from compound eyes to delicate mouthparts specialized for feeding on decaying matter. Back to bedbugs one last time; an astonishingly detailed SEM image zooms in on their formidable heads revealing sharp mouthparts used for piercing human skin during nocturnal feeding sessions. Delving into the world of household pests using advanced imaging techniques like Scanning Electron Microscopy unravels captivating insights about these often overlooked creatures.