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Bed bug, SEM

Bed bug. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the head of a bed bug (Cimex lectularius). It has a rounded compound eye (pink) on each side of its head and an antenna protruding from each side of its mouth. A piercing mouthpart (stylet, centre) is used to penetrate human skin and to suck blood. A regular diet of blood is necessary for bed bugs to reach maturity. The bed bugs saliva causes itchy swellings on the skin. These swellings are usually only detected after the bed bug has retreated to its day-time resting place such as on mattresses, floors, or furniture

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Bed Bug Blood Feeder Blood Feeding Cimex Lectularius Domestic Haematophagous Home Horizontal House Hold Insecta Mouth Parasite Parasitic Proboscis Stylet


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This print showcases the intricate details of a bed bug's head, captured through a coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). The image reveals the fascinating features that make these tiny creatures both intriguing and troublesome. With its rounded compound eyes in a delicate shade of pink, this bed bug possesses an antenna protruding from each side of its mouth. At the center of attention lies its piercing mouthpart, known as a stylet. This specialized tool is used to penetrate human skin and extract blood, making it essential for their survival and growth. However, their feeding habits come at a cost - the saliva they inject into our skin causes itchy swellings that often go unnoticed until after they have retreated to their hiding places during daylight hours. The photograph serves as a reminder of the hidden dangers lurking within our own homes. Bed bugs are skilled parasites that thrive in domestic environments such as mattresses, floors, or furniture. Their dependence on regular blood meals emphasizes their adaptability to coexist with humans. Through this mesmerizing visual representation provided by Science Photo Library's expertise in nature photography, we gain insight into the microscopic world of these haematophagous insects. It invites us to appreciate not only their remarkable biology but also reminds us to remain vigilant against potential infestations within our living spaces.

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