Poster Print : Mealy bug, SEM
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Mealy bug, SEM
Mealy bug. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a mealy bug (family Pseudococcidae), showing its shield-like exoskeleton (strong and rigid outer skeleton) and antennae (left). It secretes a powdery wax coating to protect itself from pesticides and predators. Magnification: x25 when printed 10 centimetres wide
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Media ID 6303911
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Antenna Antennae Arthropod Coating Entomological Exoskeleton False Colour Hemiptera Heteroptera Insecta Parasite Parasitic Plant Feeder Predator Predatory Stoma Stomata Waxy False Coloured Powdery
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Discover the intricacy of the natural world with our Media Storehouse Poster Prints. This captivating image showcases a Mealy bug in stunning detail, captured through the lens of a Scanning Electron Microscope from Science Photo Library. Witness the shield-like exoskeleton and antennae of this fascinating insect in high definition. Bring the wonder of science into your home or office with our top-quality poster prints, perfect for education or decoration.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 52.1cm x 42cm (20.5" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the intricate details of a mealy bug, a fascinating insect from the family Pseudococcidae. The scanning electron micrograph (SEM) reveals its shield-like exoskeleton, providing both strength and rigidity to protect this tiny creature. Delicate antennae can be seen on the left side of the image, serving as sensory organs for navigation and communication. To safeguard itself against pesticides and predators, this resourceful mealy bug secretes a powdery wax coating that covers its body. This protective layer acts as a barrier, shielding it from potential harm in its natural habitat. The vibrant colors captured in this SEM add an artistic touch to highlight the beauty found within nature's smallest creations. With a magnification of x25 when printed at 10 centimeters wide, every minute detail is brought into focus. This photograph not only offers insight into the world of zoology but also provides valuable information about these parasitic insects' biology and behavior. The false-colored SEM image allows us to appreciate the complexity of this mealy bug's anatomy while shedding light on its role as a plant feeder. As we explore further through entomological studies, we gain deeper understanding of how these creatures interact with their environment and contribute to our ecosystem. This stunning print by Science Photo Library serves as an invitation to marvel at nature's wonders and encourages us to delve deeper into exploring Earth's diverse fauna.
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