Keratin Collection

Skin surface, SEM
Skin surface. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of squamous cells on the surface of the skin. These are flat, keratinised

Shed claw from a cat, SEM
Cats claw, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). This is the shed outer layer of the claw. Domestic cats typically shed the outer layers of their claws, which grow from the inside

Portrait of pronghorn antelope buck in warm light, YNP, USA
View taken from behind of a close-up portrait of a pronghorn antelope buck (Antilocapra americana) in warm light; Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, United States of America

Eyelash hairs, SEM
Eyelash hairs and skin. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of eyelash hairs growing from the surface of human skin

Desmosome cell junction, artwork
Desmosome cell junction. Computer artwork showing the structure of an adhesion junction, or desmosome. Desmosomes form the most common type of junction between epithelial cells

Eomanis waldi is a pangolin from the Eocene epoch of Germany

Horn Moth (Ceratophaga vastella) larval faecal towers erupting out of horn, one of few animals that feeds on keratin, Kafue N.P. Zambia, September

Tongue, Keratin that covers the apex of the papillae under microscope
Medicine - Human Histology - Tongue - Keratin that covers the apex of the papillae under microscope

Domestic cat hair, coloured SEM Z934 / 0486
Cat hair. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the hair from a domestic cat (Felis domesticus). Magnification: x370 when printed 10cm high

Red deer hair, coloured SEM Z952 / 0094
Red deer hair. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a cross section through the hairs of a red deer (Cervus elaphus). Magnification: x110 when printed at 10cm high

Grey squirrel hair, coloured SEM
Grey squirrel hair. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the hair from a Grey squirrel (Sciurus carolinensis). Magnification: x730 when printed 10cm wide

Wild rabbit hair, coloured SEM
Wild rabbit hair. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the hair from a wild rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus). Magnification: x360 when printed 10cm high

Camel hair, coloured SEM Z949 / 0010
Camel hair. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the hair from a dromedary camel. These short dense hairs allow the camel to survive the extreme temperatures of the desert by reflecting

Rabbit hair, coloured SEM Z938 / 0037
Rabbit hair. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the transverse section of hair from a rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus). Magnification: x670 when printed 10cm high

Horse body hair, coloured SEM
Horse hair. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of hair from the body of a horse (Equus caballus). Magnification: x300 when printed 10cm high

Daubentons bat hairs, SEM
Bat hairs. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of hairs from Daubentons bat (Myotis daubentonii). Each hair shaft has an outer cuticle made up of overlapping scales, or plates

Red squirrel hair, coloured SEM
Red squirrel hair. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the hair from a red squirrel (Sciurus vulgaris). Magnification: x370 when printed 10cm high

Horse mane hair, coloured SEM
Horse hair. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of hair from the mane of a horse (Equus caballus). Magnification: x2000 when printed 10cm high

Mouse hair, coloured SEM Z918 / 0198
House mouse hair. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of hair from a house mouse (Mus musculus). Magnification: x900 when printed 10cm wide

Grey seal hair, coloured SEM
Grey seal hair. Coloured scanning electron micrograph of the hair from a grey seal (Halichoerus grypus). Magnification: x161 when printed at 10cm height

Hedgehog hair, coloured SEM
Hedgehog hair. Coloured scanning electron micrograph of the hairs from a hedgehog (Erinaceus europaeus). Magnification: x130 when printed 10cm high

Horse tail hair, coloured SEM
Horse hair. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of hair from the tail of a horse (Equus caballus). Magnification: x200 when printed 10cm high

LM of rhino horn
Polarised light micrograph of a cross-section of horn from the Indian rhinoceros. The horn consists throughout of keratin, and does not have a bony pith (unlike those of cattle)

SEM of bat hair
Bat hairs. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of shafts of hair from Daubentons bat, Myotis daubentoni. Each hair shaft has an outer cuticle made up of overlapping scales or plates

Coloured SEM of dog hairs
Dog hair. Coloured Scanning Electron Micrograph (SEM) of the shafts of dog hairs. Each hair shaft has an outer cuticle of flat over-lapping scales or plates, as seen here, which it is thought

Hair follicle, SEM C014 / 0382
Hair follicle. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a section through a hair shaft and follicle (round structures at centre)

Hair follicle, SEM C014 / 0383
Hair follicle. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a section through a hair shaft and follicle (round structures at centre)

Finger skin, SEM
Finger skin. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a section through skin from a human finger, showing the characteristic dermal ridges (lower left, and right) that make up the fingerprint

White rhinoceros horn removal C015 / 0659
White rhinoceros (Ceratotherium simum) horn removal, Umhlametsi Private Nature Reserve, South Africa. These horns were removed from a white rhinoceros as part of an anti-poaching operation

Human hair, SEM C014 / 0307
Human hair. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) showing the surface of a human hair. Hairs are made up of dead tissue

Camel hair, SEM
Camel hair. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) showing the structure of hairs from a bactrian camel (Camelus bactrianus)

Reindeer hair, SEM
Reindeer hair. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) showing the structure of hairs from a reindeer (Rangifer tarandus)

Sheep horn, SEM
Sheep horn. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a longitudinal section through the horn of a sheep (Ovis sp.). Horns consist of the hard protein keratin (seen here)

Keratinocyte skin cells, SEM C013 / 4781
Keratinocyte skin cells. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of human keratinocyte skin cells. These epithelial cells produce keratin in the skins outermost layers

Keratinocyte skin cells, SEM C013 / 4780
Keratinocyte skin cells. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of human keratinocyte skin cells. These epithelial cells produce keratin in the skins outermost layers

Blue Whale (Balaenoptera musculus) baleen plate, Maldives, march

Hedgehog skin and spines, SEM
Hedgehog skin and spines. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the skin of a hedgehog, with spines (blue) protruding from it. A spine is a modified hair made from the protein keratin

Hedgehog spine, SEM
Hedgehog spine. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a broken hedgehog spine (yellow). It is surrounded by hairs (brown). The spine is a modified hair made from the protein keratin

Lovebirds claw, SEM
Lovebirds claw. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a claw (talon) on the toe of a Lovebird (Agapornis sp.). The claws and beaks of birds are made from keratin, a hard, fibrous protein

Snake scales. Close-up of the scales covering the skin of a snake. Snake scales are made of keratin, the same material that is found in fingernails in humans

Fox hair, SEM
Fox hairs. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of hairs from a fox (family Canidae). The outside of the hair, the cuticle

Horse mane hair, SEM
Horse mane hair. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a hair from the mane of a Lipizzan horse (Equus caballus)

Hair shaft and skin, SEM
Hair shaft and skin. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a hair shaft (dark brown, left) growing from the surface of human skin

Human skin, polarised light micrograph
Human skin. Polarised light micrograph of a section through human skin showing hair follicles (black). The top layer of the skin

Eyebrow hair, SEM
Eyebrow hair and skin. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of eyebrow hair growing from the surface of human skin

Hair, SEM
Hair fracture. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a fractured hair (yellow and pink). The surrounding layer of facial skin (brown) has a typically scale-like surface

Stubble hair, SEM
Stubble hair and skin. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of stubble hair growing from the surface of human skin

Fingernail, SEM
Fingernail. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the tip of a finger, including the nail. The top layer of the skin is composed of dead keratinised cells that are continuously sloughed off

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"Exploring the Fascinating World of Keratin: From Skin Surfaces to Exotic Creatures" Delving into the intricate world of keratin, a protein that plays a vital role in various aspects of life. Revealing the hidden beauty beneath our skin surface through scanning electron microscopy (SEM). Shedding light on nature's marvels with an SEM image capturing the delicate claw of a cat. Bathed in warm light, a captivating portrait captures the majestic pronghorn antelope buck in Yellowstone National Park, USA - its horns composed of sturdy keratin. Peering closely at eyelash hairs under SEM reveals their astonishing structure and composition. Journeying back in time to Germany's Eocene epoch, meet Eomanis waldi - a pangolin species whose scales are made up of keratinized material. Witnessing an extraordinary sight as horn moth larval faecal towers erupt from its horn - one of few creatures that feed on keratin-rich substances. Unveiling the microscopic wonders within tongues, where keratin covers the apex of papillae - providing essential functions for taste and texture perception. Exploring different animal hairs under colored SEM: domestic cat hair showcases mesmerizing patterns (colored SEM Z934 / 0486). Admiring red deer hair under colored SEM (Z952 / 0094), highlighting its unique characteristics and resilience thanks to keratin fibers. Discovering nature's diversity through grey squirrel hair seen under colored SEM - each strand revealing intricate details about this adaptable creature's fur coat composition. Examining wild rabbit hair under colored SEM exposes fascinating textures and structures shaped by resilient strands rich in keratin proteins. 13. Traveling across continents to witness camel hair like never before – vibrant colors reveal intricate patterns found within these durable fibers (colored SEM Z949 / 0010). 14.