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Midge antenna, SEM
Midge antenna. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of part of the antenna of a midge (a type of small fly). The antenna is covered with sensory hairs that allow the midge to smell food and sense movements. Insects have two antennae, found on the head between the eyes. Magnification unknown
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Media ID 6460845
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Antenna Hair Hairs Hairy Insecta Midge Sense Sensitive Sensory
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Discover the intricacies of nature with our Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring the captivating image of a Midge Antenna, captured in stunning detail through Scanning Electron Microscopy by Science Photo Library. This mesmerizing print showcases the sensory hairs covering the antenna of this small fly, revealing the remarkable way it detects food. Bring the wonders of science into your home or office with this visually stimulating and conversation-starting poster.
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 42cm x 52.2cm (16.5" x 20.6")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the intricate beauty of a midge antenna, captured through a coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). The antenna, belonging to this small fly species, is adorned with an array of sensory hairs that play a crucial role in its survival. These delicate hairs enable the midge to detect and follow scents of food while also sensing even the slightest movements around it. Insects possess two antennae positioned between their eyes on the head, serving as vital sensory organs. This particular image emphasizes the astonishing detail found within nature's smallest creatures. Although we are unsure about the exact magnification used for this photograph, it undoubtedly unveils an unseen world full of complexity and wonder. The vibrant colors showcased in this SEM image add an artistic touch to our scientific understanding of these fascinating creatures. It serves as a reminder that even in seemingly insignificant organisms like flies or midges, there lies immense beauty waiting to be discovered. With its focus on nature, animal life, wild life, zoology, and anatomy among other fields; this mesmerizing print from Science Photo Library provides us with a glimpse into the sensitive and sensory world of insects. Letting our imagination roam freely within microscopic realms allows us to appreciate both their essential role in ecosystems and their remarkable adaptations for survival.
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