Poster Print : Mosquito on human skin, ready to bite
Poster Prints from Science Photo Library
Mosquito on human skin, ready to bite
Close-up of an unidentified species of mosquito on human skin. The mosquitos proboscis (thin reddish-brown structure) is visible poised just above the skin at right, ready to bite. The elbow- shaped mouthpart which is seen gripping the proboscis about half way down is the stylet sheath, a modified labium. This sheath normally covers the proboscis, but bends backwards as the mosquito bites, allowing the proboscis to slide through its tip and penetrate the hosts skin
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Media ID 6462020
© DR. PETE BILLINGSLEY, UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN/SINCLAIR STAMMERS/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Experience the intricacies of nature with our captivating Mosquito Poster Print from Media Storehouse, in collaboration with Science Photo Library. This striking image offers a close-up view of an unidentified mosquito species, poised to bite human skin. The delicate details of the mosquito's proboscis, a thin reddish-brown structure, add to the intrigue. Bring the wonders of science into your home or office with this visually engaging and educational poster print. Order yours today and ignite your curiosity!
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 59.4cm x 39.3cm (23.4" x 15.5")
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 close-up print from Science Photo Library captures the intricate details of a mosquito on human skin, moments away from its notorious bite. The unidentified species of mosquito is showcased in all its glory, with its thin reddish-brown proboscis clearly visible and poised just above the skin. The proboscis acts as a piercing tool that allows the mosquito to feed on blood. What makes this image even more fascinating is the presence of the elbow-shaped mouthpart known as the stylet sheath. This modified labium can be seen gripping the proboscis about halfway down, serving as a protective cover for it when not in use. However, as soon as the mosquito bites, this sheath bends backward, enabling the proboscis to slide through its tip and penetrate into the host's skin. The complexity and precision exhibited by these tiny creatures never cease to amaze us. As we delve into nature's realm, we uncover remarkable adaptations like those found in mosquitoes. This photograph serves as a reminder of how diverse and extraordinary life forms can be within our natural world. With elements of nature, animal behavior, wild life exploration, zoology insights, insect studies, and invertebrate anatomy combined into one frame - this image truly encapsulates both scientific curiosity and aesthetic appreciation for Earth's biodiversity.
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