Parasitic Collection (#18)

Mouse flea, light micrograph
Mouse flea. Light micrograph of the head of a Megabothris turbidus flea. These fleas live mainly on rodents. Magnification: x120 when printed 10 centimetres wide

Threadworm, light micrograph
Threadworm. Light micrograph of a female Enterobius vermicularis threadworm. Threadworms are nematode worms that parasitise the large intestine and caecum of many animals

1818 Rafflesia discovery largest flower
Rafflesia arnoldi. Hand tinted copperplate engraving from " Bilderbuch fur Kinder" BD XI, No 14, plate CLXXIII. c1820

Ascaris roundworm, light micrograph

Pear rust fungus, light micrograph
Pear rust fungus. Light micrograph of a section through tissue from a juniper tree infected with pear rust fungus (Gymnosporangium sabinae, lower right)

Sheep tick, light micrograph

Grey mould fungus, light micrograph
Grey mould fungus. Light micrograph of a section through onion tissue infected with grey mould fungus (Botrytis allii). Botrytis is a parasitic saprophyte mould that grows on wounded plants

Honey bee mite, light micrograph
Honey bee mite. Light micrograph of a honey bee mite (Acarapis woodi varroa). This mite is found worldwide except in Australia

Corn smut infection, light micrograph
Corn smut infection. Light micrograph of a section through tissue from a corn (Zea mays) plant infected with corn smut fungus (Ustilago maydis)

Bramble rust fungus spores. Light micrograph of teliospores from the bramble rust fungus (Phragmidium violaceum). Magnification: x37 when printed 10 centimetres wide

Rose mildew fungus, light micrograph
Rose mildew fungus. Light micrograph of a section through tissue from a rose plant infected with rose mildew fungus (Erysiphe pannosa)

Scabies-affected skin, light micrograph

Pear scab infection, light micrograph
Pear scab infection. Light micrograph of a section through a pear (Pyrus sp.) infected with the Venturia pirinum fungus. This fungus causes scab, or black spot, of the pear fruit

Black scab infection, light micrograph
Black scab infection. Light micrograph of a section through a potato infected with black scab (Synchytrium endobioticum) fungus

Tapeworm scolex, light micrograph

White rust fungus on a leaf. Light micrograph of a section through a plant leaf infected with white rust fungus (Albugo candida)

Dwarf tapeworm, light micrograph

Swallow fly, light micrograph

Deer fly, light micrograph
Deer fly. Light micrograph of a deer fly or ked (Lipoptena cervi). This exoparasite can transmit fever and Lyme disease to humans. Magnification: x4 when printed at 10 centimetres tall

Powdery scab infection, light micrograph
Powdery scab infection. Light micrograph of a section through a potato infected with powdery scab (Spongospora subterranea), showing pustules and spores. S

Plum pocket infection, light micrograph
Plum pocket infection. Light micrograph of a section through a plum gall caused by the plum pocket fungus (Taphrina pruni)

Culex mosquito male, light micrograph

Bed bug, light micrograph

Rust fungus in a leaf, light micrograph
Rust fungus in a leaf. Light micrograph of a section through a wheat leaf infected with the parasitic Puccinia graminis rust

Head louse, light micrograph

Penicillium mould, light micrograph
Penicillium mould. Light micrograph of a section through an orange rind infected with Penicillium sp. blue mould fungus, showing fungal hyphae and conidiophores (pink and purple) with spores (red)

Beef liver fluke, light micrograph

Downy mildew infection, light micrograph
Downy mildew infection. Light micrograph of a section through a grapevine (Vitis sp.) leaf infected with downy mildew (Plasmopara viticola)

Head of a human flea, light micrograph

Hollyhock rust fungus in a leaf. Light micrograph of a section through a hollyhock (Alcea sp.) leaf infected with the parasitic Puccinia malvacearum rust, showing the teliospores (spores)

Clubroot infection, light micrograph
Clubroot infection. Light micrograph a section through a cabbage root infected with clubroot (Plasmodiophora brassicae). Plasmodiophora is a parasitic protist that infects the roots of cabbages

Chicken mite, light micrograph

Tapeworm head, SEM
Tapeworm head. Coloured scanning electron micrograph of the head (scolex) of a tapeworm (Taenia pisiformis), showing the hooks used to attach to the host animals digestive tract

Macrophage attacking a foreign body, SEM
Macrophage attacking a foreign body. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a macrophage white blood cell (round, left) engulfing a Leishmania mexicana protozoan parasite (long, right)

Cistanche phelypaea flowering on salt marshes in a Algarve, Portugal. This plant is a parasite on Chenopdiaceae

Teloschistes chrysophthalmus
Golden eye lichen (Teloschistes chrysophthalmus) growing on blackthorn. This is extremely rare in UK, formerly thought to be extinct

Laetiporus sulphureus
Chicken of the Woods (Laetiporus sulphureus) growing on an oak (Quercus) tree

Cytinus hypocistis flowering in Algarve, Portugal. This is an ant pollinated root parasite of Cistus species

Naked Broomrape (Orobanche uniflora), also known as One-flowered Broomrape, flowering in Waterton, Canada. This plant is parasitic on Round-leaved Alumroot

Lichens on Blackthorn
Golden eye lichen (Teloschistes chrysophthalmus) and Physcias growing on blackthorn in unpolluted, humid conditions in Brittany, France

Hoof fungus (Fomitopsis pinicola)
A hoof fungus (Fomitopsis pinicola) growing on a tree stump in Georgia, USA

Malaria life-cycle, artwork
Malaria life-cycle. Computer artwork showing the life-cycle and transmission of malaria parasites. Anticlockwise from upper left: A mosquito bites and infects a person

Amphipods inside a hydromedusa. Small crustaceans (Hyperia galba) inside the domed body of a hydromedusa (Sarsia tubulosa). Hydromedusae are the sexually reproductive stage of hydrozoan cnidarians

Amphipod. This small crustacean (Hyperia galba) is a parasite of jellyfish. Photographed in the White Sea, Russia

Amphipods inside a moon jellyfish
Amphipods inside a jellyfish. Small crustaceans (Hyperia galba) inside the domed body of a moon jellyfish (Aurelia aurita)

Amphipod inside a moon jellyfish
Amphipod inside a jellyfish. Small crustacean (Hyperia galba) inside the domed body of a moon jellyfish (Aurelia aurita). This jellyfish, also known as the common jellyfish

Amphipod head. This small crustacean (Hyperia galba) is a parasite of jellyfish. Photographed in the White Sea, Russia

Monitor lizard tick (Amblyomma exornatum, formerly Aponomma exornatum). This tick is native to Africa, where, as the name suggests, it is mainly a parasite of monitor lizards

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"Exploring the Intricate World Creatures: From Gastrointestinal Nematodes to Eyelash Mites" Delving into the hidden realm of parasites, we encounter gastrointestinal nematodes, microscopic worms that reside in the intestines of various animals. Behold the intricate head structure of a dog tapeworm under scanning electron microscopy (SEM), revealing its remarkable adaptation for survival within its host. Zooming in even closer, SEM unveils the minuscule world of a head louse, showcasing its gripping claws and needle-like mouthparts used for feeding on human blood. Meet the sheep tick, an arachnid parasite found in grassy landscapes; SEM allows us to appreciate its formidable appendages designed for clinging onto hosts like sheep or deer. In our own eyelashes lies an unexpected inhabitant – the eyelash mite. SEM captures their tiny bodies and long tails as they navigate through this often overlooked ecosystem. Journeying deep into Sri Lanka's lush jungles reveals a diverse array organisms coexisting with their hosts amidst nature's beauty and complexity. Witnessing a female mosquito's internal anatomy while sucking blood from human skin through cross-section imagery sheds light on these pesky yet fascinating disease vectors. An illustrated depiction showcases the life cycle and morphology of tapeworms, highlighting their ability to adapt across different host species throughout their complex lifecycle. Examining eyelash mite tails under SEM unravels further mysteries about these elusive creatures that call our lashes home – truly captivating microcosms within ourselves. Venturing underwater brings us face-to-face with sea lampreys; whether it be Petromyzon marinus or other species like lamperns and silver lampreys - these jawless fish are notorious parasites known for attaching themselves to larger marine animals.