Daddy Longlegs Collection

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

The Spiders Webb, illustration from Country Ways and Country Days (colour litho)
IL281035 The Spiders Webb, illustration from Country Ways and Country Days (colour litho) by Muckley, Louis Fairfax (1862-1926); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Pheasant, 1833-39 (coloured engraving)
999215 Pheasant, 1833-39 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Dictionnaire pittoresque d histoire naturelle et des phenomAnes de la natureA)

Scorpions and Spiders, c. 1860 (colour litho)
1109862 Scorpions and Spiders, c.1860 (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From A Naturgeschichte des TierreichsA (Natural History of the Animal Kingdom)

Crane fly, artwork
Crane fly. Computer artwork showing the upperside of a crane fly (family Tipulidae)

Harvestman (Dicranopalpus ramosus) foot
Harvestman Leg Claw. Scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the foot or leg claw of the harvestman Dicranopalpus ramosus. This harvestman is long-legged

Skin of a Harvestman (SEM)
Harvestman skin (Dicranopalpus ramosus). Scanning electron micrograph of the skin of a harvestmans abdomen. This harvestman is long-legged

Harvestman (Dicranopalpus ramosus). Scanning electron micrograph of Dicranopalpus ramosus. This harvestman is long-legged

Harvestman Palp Terminal (SEM)
Harvestman Palp Terminal. Scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the terminal end of the palp of the harvestman Dicranopalpus ramosus

Crane flies mating C016 / 4713
Crane flies mating. Close-up of two crane flies, or daddy longlegs, (Nephrotoma sp.) mating on a leaf. Photographed in the UK

Crane Fly in baltic amber
Crane fly Diptera: Tipulidae, trapped in Baltic amber which has broken off its legs in an attempt to escape. Specimen dates from the Upper Eocene

View of a harvestman (order Opiliones) on a leaf
Harvestman. View of a harvestman (order Opiliones) on a leaf. Harvestmen (also known as harvest spiders or daddy longlegs) are not true spiders but are closely related to them

Daddy long legs spider, SEM
Daddy long legs spider. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the head of a daddy long legs, showing its eight eyes (red) above its mouth-parts (lower centre)

Daddy long legs spider, SEM
Daddy long legs spider. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a daddy long legs, showing its characteristic long legs

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"Daddy Longlegs: Nature's Graceful Harvestmen" In the enchanting heather fields of Arne RSPB reserve, Dorset, England, a delicate dance unfolds. Amongst the vibrant blooms, a Harvestman (Opiliones) perches gracefully on flowering heather. Its slender legs stretch elegantly, resembling an intricate spider's web illustrated in Country Ways and Country Days. Nature's artistry comes alive as we delve into the world of these fascinating creatures. A colored engraving from 1833-39 showcases a Pheasant-like beauty that captures our imagination. Meanwhile, a c. 1860 lithograph reveals Scorpions and Spiders coexisting harmoniously with Daddy Longlegs. These ancient arachnids have stood the test of time, their presence dating back centuries. Insects flutter around them in another c. 1860 lithograph; they are masters of camouflage amidst this buzzing realm. Known interchangeably as Daddy Longlegs or Harvestmen, these creatures possess an ethereal grace that captivates us all. Their long limbs delicately maneuver through foliage like cranes in flight - light-footed yet purposeful. A microscopic view reveals intricate details hidden to the naked eye - every hair on their body serves a purpose in navigating their surroundings with precision and care. The skin of a Harvestman under SEM magnification is nothing short of mesmerizing - its texture reminiscent of nature's own tapestry woven together by unseen hands. As we observe Dicranopalpus ramosus up close, we witness nature's ingenuity at work once more. These harvestmen embody resilience and adaptability within their unique ecological niche. So let us celebrate these enigmatic creatures who silently roam our landscapes – Daddy Longlegs – guardians of balance and harmony within nature’s grand design.