Arthropods Collection (page 6)

Hairy Crab (Pilumnus hirtellus) on seaweed on the beach, Sark, British Channel Islands

Edible crab (Cancer pagurus) underwater, looking up, Channel Isles, UK, June

Emperor shrimp (Periclemenes imperator) on a nudibranch (Ceratosoma sp. ) Lembeh Strait
Emperor shrimp (Periclemenes imperator) on a nudibranch (Ceratosoma sp.) Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Honeybees (Apis mellifera) on honeycomb. Scotland, UK, May 2010

Painted lady butterfly (Vanessa cardui) on Buddleia flowers, County Down, Northern Ireland, UK, August

Green-veined white butterfly (Pieris napi) resting on Bluebell flower, Clare Glen, County Armagh, Northern Ireland, UK, April

Fiddler crab (Uca) male, hiding in an old shell at Ha Pak Nai mudflat, Yuen Long District, Hong Kong, China

American / Northern lobster (Homarus americanus) partially hidden under seaweed, Nova Scotia, Canada, July

Skeleton shrimp (Caprella septentrionalis) mating Novaya Zemlya, Russian Arctic, July

Ant mimicing spider in Sierra Madre National Park, Luzon, Philippines. September

Dog flea {Ctenocephalides canis} UK

Coconut crab on palm tree, Aldabra, Seychelles

Rose campion / catchfly (Lychnis coronaria) in flower with an Escheraes blue butterfly (Polyommatus escheri) and Silver-studded blue butterfly (Plebejus argus) Stenje region, Galicica National Park

European feather grass (Stipa pennata) with Escher?s blue butterfly (Polyommatus escheri) and Silver studded blue butterfly (Plebejus argus) Stenje region, Galicica National Park, Macedonia

Crab spider (Thomisus onustus) yellow form on yellow Yarrow (Achillea filipendulina) showing asymmetry in front leg length, Stenje region, Galicica National Park, Macedonia, June 2009

Italian rye grass (Lolium multiflorum) and Silver studded blue butterfly (Plebejus argus) Stenje region, Galicica National Park, Macedonia, June 2009

Nipplewort (Lapsana communis) in flower with Eschers blue butterfly (Polyommatus escheri) and Silver-studded blue (Plebejus argus) Stenje region, Galicica National Park, Macedonia, June 2009

European feather grass (Stipa pennata) with Heath fritillary butterfly (Melitaea athalia) Stenje region, Galicica National Park, Macedonia, June 2009

Black veined white butterfly (Aporia crataegi) feeding on Vipers bugloss (Echium vulgare) Lagadin region, Lake Ohrid, Galicica National Park, Macedonia, June 2009

Mayfly (Ephemera lineata) on grass seed, Lagadin region, Lake Ohrid, Galicica National Park, Macedonia, June 2009

Jumping spider (Salticidae) on rock, The Peloponnese, Greece, May 2009

Caramote prawn (Penaeus kerathurus) Larvotto Marine Reserve, Monaco, Mediterranean Sea, July 2009

Centipede (Scolopendra cingulata) Huelva, Andalucia, Spain, May 2009. WWE OUTDOOR EXHIBITION. NOT AVAILABLE FOR GREETING CARDS OR CALENDARS

Field larkspur (Consolida regalis / Delphinium consolida) with Bumble bee flying by flower, Eastern Slovakia, Europe, June 2009

Edible crab (Cancer pagurus) portrait, Saltstraumen, Bod, Norway, October 2008

Ghost / Sand crab (Ocypode cursor) on beach, Dalyan Delta, Turkey, August 2009

Alpine newt (Triturus alpestris) chasing a ball of Water fleas in a gravel pit pool, Fribourg, Switzerland, June 2009

Edible crab (Cancer pagurus) close-up of face, Saltstraumen, Bod, Norway, October 2008

Spiny Squat lobster (Galathea strigosa) climbing on top of a mussel, Saltstraumen, Bod, Norway, October 2008

Common Lobster (Homarus gammarus), in a rock crevice, Lundy Island Marine Conservation Zone, Devon, England, UK, May. Did you know

Great spider crab (Hyas araneus) on Deadmans fingers (Alcyonium digitatum) coral, feeding in a current, Loch Carron, Ross and Cromarty, Scotland, UK, April

European Honey Bee (Apis mellifera) collecting pollen and nectar from Scentless Mayweed (Tripleurospermum inodorum). Perthshire, Scotland, July

Worker honey bee (Apis mellifera) feeding on nectar of Borage (Borago officinalis) flower in conservation margin at RSPBs Hope Farm, Cambridgeshire, UK. May

Four-spotted chaser (Libellula quadrimaculata) dragonfly, Arne RSPB reserve, Dorset, England, UK, June

Southern hawker dragonfly (Aeshna cyanea) in flight, Arne RSPB reserve, Dorset, England, UK, August. 2020VISION Book Plate

Wood ant (Formica rufa) Arne RSPB reserve, Dorset, England, UK, July. 2020VISION Book Plate

RF- Male Emperor Dragonfly (Anax imperator) in flight, Arne RSPB reserve, Dorset, England, UK, July. Did you know? Dragonflies spend up to six years as drab aquatic nymphs for only a few weeks as

Common blue damselfly (Enallagma cyathigerum), Tamar Lake, Cornwall, England, UK. June 2011. 2020VISION Exhibition

Harvestman (Opiliones) on flowering heather, Arne RSPB reserve, Dorset, England, UK, July

Buff-tailed bumble bee (Bombus terrestris) worker alighting on a Scorpionweed (Phacelia tancetifolia) flower in a conservation margin in order to feed, Hope Farm RSPB reserve, Cambridgeshire

Emerald damselfly (Lestes sponsa) in early morning light, Arne RSPB reserve, Dorset, England, UK, September

Male Southern hawker dragonfly (Aeshna cyanea) sunning itself on Rose flower (Rosa sp.) in garden in autumn, Wiltshire, England, UK, October. Property released

Velvet Swimming Crab (Necora puber / Liocarcinus puber), St Abbs (St Abbs and Eyemouth Voluntary Marine Reserve), Berwickshire, Scotland, UK, October, 2011

Common Lobster (Homarus gammarus), St Abbs (St Abbs and Eyemouth Voluntary Marine Reserve), Berwickshire, Scotland, UK, October 2011. 2020VISION Book Plate

Silver-studded blue butterfly (Plebejus argus), New Forest, Hampshire, England, UK, July

Hermit crab (Pagurus bernhardus) moving forward, Loch Long, Argyll and Bute, Scotland, UK, April

Leachs spider crab (Inachus phalangium) sheltering from the current beneath tentacles of Snakelocks anemone (Anemonia viridis) Selsey, West Sussex, UK, May

Honey bee (Apis mellifera) beehives sited on edge of heathland for premium heather honey production, Suffolk, UK, August 2011

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Arthropods: A Fascinating World of Color and Adaptation From the icy depths of Greenland to the vibrant gardens they can be found in every corner of our planet. Take a closer look at these incredible creatures and discover their captivating beauty. In the frigid waters, a massive Greenland shark gracefully glides through the darkness. Attached to its body is a parasitic copepod, Ommatokoita elongata, relying on this majestic predator for survival. Moving from water to land, bee anatomy reveals intricate structures designed for efficiency. Historical artwork showcases the meticulous details that have fascinated scientists and artists alike throughout centuries. Basking under the warm sun, a Red Admiral butterfly rests delicately on a plant. Its wings spread wide open, displaying an exquisite pattern that mesmerizes all who behold it. Another Red Admiral butterfly takes flight with elegance and grace. As its wings flutter effortlessly in mid-air, it becomes one with nature's symphony of colors. The sea green swallowtail butterfly dances among flowers with unmatched gracefulness. Its delicate movements mirror the gentle waves caressing sandy shores. A circle of bees buzzes harmoniously as they work together towards a common goal – building their hive and collecting nectar from blooming flowers. Exploring pond life reveals an enchanting world teeming with diverse arthropods. Mantis shrimp roam coral reefs in Puerto Galera while water fleas swim alongside green algae in garden ponds - showcasing nature's interconnectedness. A hornet mimic hoverfly cleverly disguises itself as one of nature's fiercest predators – evoking both fear and admiration for its remarkable adaptation skills. Amongst them all stands proudly the Peacock butterfly adorned with striking patterns resembling eyespots on its wings. Small tortoiseshell butterflies join this display of natural artistry - reminding us that even small creatures possess immense beauty worth cherishing and can truly extraordinary beings.