Arthropoda Collection (#79)

Adult new world screwworm fly
A mounted specimen of a Adult new world screwworm fly. Photographed by Martin Hall

Lucilia sericata, sheep blowfly
Myiasis wound on the back of a sheep due to the sheep blowfly (Lucillia sericata) Sarbogard, Hungary. Photographed by Martin Hall

Calliphora vicina, blowfly
A mounted specimen of the blowfly (Calliphora vicina) found in Stanley area of the East Falklands. Photographed by Martin Hall

Treatment of ear myiasis in an infected sheep in Sarbogard, Hungary. Photographed by Martin Hall

Kirkoestrus minutus, botfly
A mounted specimen of the botfly (Kirkoestrus minutus) found in Nwandsi, Kruger National Park. Photographed by Martin Hall

Cuterebra, rodent botfly
3rd instar or stage of the rodent botfly found on a spiny rat (Proechimys sp.) in French Guiana. Photographed by Martin Hall

Dermatobia hominis
A moounted specimen of a flesh eating botfly (Dermatobia hominis) found in Santa Cruz, Bolivia. Photographed by Martin Hall

Dermatobia hominis, botfly eggs
Botfly (Dermatobia hominis) eggs on a host fly (Chrysops variegatus). Santa Cruz, Bolivia. Photographed by Martin Hall

Myiasis species
A collection of adult Myiasis causing fly specimens. Myaisis is the infestation of organs or tissues of the hosting animals. Photographed by Martin Hall

Myiasis causing flies
3rd instar larvae. Photographed by Martin Hall

Gyrostigma rhinocerontis, botfly maggot
A adult rhino botfly maggot (Gyrostigma rhinocerontis) extracted from a white rhino, Merseyside. Photographed by Martin Hall

Spiracles & gut from Dermatobia hominis
Spiracles and gut from botfly larva (Dermatobia hominis) extracted in London. Photographed by Martin Hall

Apis mellifera, honey bee
Scanning electron microscope image of a honey bee coloured artificially by computer. The female worker caste of this species have special baskets on their legs to to take pollen back to the nest

Triatoma brasiliensis, triatomine bug
This insect is a member of the Triatomine group, which are associated with the transmission of disease to humans

Rhodnius ecuadorionsis, triatomine bug
This insect is a member of the Triatomine group, which are associated with the transmission of disease to humans

Cavernicola pilosa, triatomine bug
This insect is a member of the Triatomine group, which are associated with the transmission of disease to humans

Belminus sp. triatomine bug
This insect is a member of the Triatomine group, which are associated with the transmission of disease to humans

Dipetalogaster maxima, triatomine bug
This insect is a member of the Triatomine group, which are associated with the transmission of disease to humans

Eratyrus mucronatus, triatomine bug
This insect is a member of the Triatomine group, which are associated with the transmission of disease to humans

Panstrongylus rufotuberculatus, triatomine bug
This insect is a member of the Triatomine group, which are associated with the transmission of disease to humans

Panstrongylus geniculatus, triatomine bug
This insect is a member of the Triatomine group, which are associated with the transmission of disease to humans

Panstrongylus megistus, triatomine bug
This insect is a member of the Triatomine group, which are associated with the transmission of disease to humans

Psammolestes tertius, triatomine bug
This insect is a member of the Triatomine group, which are associated with the transmission of disease to humans

Rhodnius pictipes, triatomine bug
This insect is a member of the Triatomine group, which are associated with the transmission of disease to humans

Triatoma migrans, triatomine bug
This insect is a member of the Triatomine group, which are associated with the transmission of disease to humans

Triatoma cavernicola, triatomine bug
This insect is a member of the Triatomine group, which are associated with the transmission of disease to humans

Rhodnius prolixus, C
This insect is a member of the Triatomine group, which are associated with the transmission of disease to humans

Triatoma costalimi, triatomine bug
This insect is a member of the Triatomine group, which are associated with the transmission of disease to humans

Triatoma pallidipennis, triatomine bug

Triatoma rubrovaria, triatomine bug
This insect is a member of the Triatomine group, which are associated with the transmission of disease to humans

Triatoma rubrofasciata, triatomine bug
This insect is a member of the Triatomine group, which are associated with the transmission of disease to humans

Triatoma sordida, triatomine bug
This insect is a member of the Triatomine group, which are associated with the transmission of disease to humans

Postcard
A postcard featuring a man with a fly on his nose from the archives at the Natural History Museum, London

Bidessus minutissimus, diving water beetle
A rare diving beetle (Bidessus minutissimus) specimen. Diving beetles are aquatic and inhabit pond and stream environments

Sipha glyceriae, aphids
Aphid or plant lice are small, plant-sucking insects. Aphids tend to form in clusters and prefer young shoots and succulent leaves

Vespula vulgaris, common wasp

Eoscorpius sparthensis, fossil scorpion

Forficula auricularia, common earwig
Earwigs usually inhabit damp crevaces in houses, gardens and woodland. They range from 8-18mm long, are scavenging insects and emerge at night

Lucanus cervus L. male stag beetle
A close-up of the head of a male stag beetle. It is only the male stag beetles which have antlers. The stag beetle is the U.Ks largest beetle

Tendera aridfolia, Chinese praying mantis
A close-up side view of the predatory insect, the Chinese Praying Mantis (Tendera aridfolia). Specimen from the Natural History Museum

Heteropteryx dilatata, jungle nymph
A close-up head on view of a jungle nymph, a giant stick insect (Heteropteryx dilatata) from the collections of the Natural History Museum, London

Papilio xuthus, swallowtail butterfly caterpillar
Photograph of the side view of head of a swallowtail butterfly caterpillar

Formica rufa, wood ant
A wood ant specimen on a bright blue background. The wood ant is an active predator and inhabits woodlands and forests

Ammophila, Sand wasp and prey
A sand wasp dragging her prey, an oversized caterpillar, over the ground and back to her burrow

Pseudorhyssa sp. ichneumon fly female
A female ichneumon fly laying eggs on the parasite of a wood wasp grub

Clytus arietis, wasp beetle
A wasp beetle (Clytus arietis) visiting bramble flowers in England

Musca autumnalis, face fly
The face fly is a non-biting fly but is still a troublesome pest of cattle, as it feeds on secretions from the animals eyes and nose

Sawfly larvae devouring a leaf
A group of sawfly larvae devouring a leaf as featured on page 71 of Megabugs by Miranda MacQuitty; Natural History Museum publication, 1995

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Arthropoda, the fascinating world of insects and arachnids, never ceases to amaze us with its incredible diversity. From the majestic Ornithoptera alexandrae, also known as Queen Alexandra's birdwing butterfly, to the mysterious Acherontia atropos or death's-head hawk-moth, these creatures captivate our imagination. Among them are the hardworking honey bees (Apis mellifera), whose intricate honeycomb and life cycle leave us in awe. With an expanded cross-section and insets revealing their complex society, we gain a deeper understanding of their remarkable organization. Delving further into their internal anatomy through a cross-section view of a Honey Bee (Apis mellifera), we uncover the intricacies that make these tiny creatures so efficient in pollination and honey production. Entomology specimens offer us glimpses into various insect species found in Surinam. Each specimen tells a unique story about its habitat and behavior, reminding us of nature's endless wonders. Observing a Red Admiral (Vanessa atalanta) sunbathing on a plant brings forth feelings of tranquility as we witness this beautiful butterfly basking in sunlight. Similarly enchanting is the sight of Common blue butterflies (Polyommatus icarus) gracefully soaking up morning light at Vealand Farm in Devon, UK. The Chrysina limbata or silver chafer beetle showcases its shimmering exoskeleton while Inachis io or peacock butterfly displays vibrant colors reminiscent of its namesake. The sea green swallowtail butterfly mesmerizes with its delicate wings fluttering against azure skies. Meanwhile, Phoebis sennae presents itself as a cloudless sulphur butterfly spreading joy wherever it goes. Arthropoda encompasses an astonishing array of species that continue to inspire scientists and nature enthusiasts alike. Whether studying their biology or simply admiring their beauty, these captivating creatures remind us how intricate and diverse our world truly is.