Parasitic Collection (#7)

Emerald Cockroach Wasp (Ampulex compressa) larva, attached to American Cockroach (Periplaneta americana) host, South Asia, Africa and Pacific Islands (controlled conditions)

Emerald Cockroach Wasp (Ampulex compressa) egg, just deposited on American Cockroach (Periplaneta americana) host, South Asia, Africa and Pacific Islands (controlled conditions)

Emerald Cockroach Wasp (Ampulex compressa) adult male, South Asia, Africa and Pacific Islands (controlled conditions)

Sheep Tick (Ixodes ricinus) nymph, resting on leaf, Sussex, England, June

Sheep Tick (Ixodes ricinus) adult, full of ingested blood

Harvestman (Opiliones sp. ) adult, with parasitic mites attached to legs, Cannobina Valley, Italian Alps, Piedmont
Harvestman (Opiliones sp.) adult, with parasitic mites attached to legs, Cannobina Valley, Italian Alps, Piedmont, Northern Italy, July

American Cockroach (Periplaneta americana) adult, grooming in response to being stung by Emerald Cockroach Wasp (Ampulex compressa)

Common Bedbug (Cimex lectularius) adult, sucking blood from human skin, Italy, July

Common Bedbug (Cimex lectularius) egg, Italy, July

Sebrees Dwarfgoby (Eviota sebreei) adult, with parastitic growth, resting on coral, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, September

Large Whip Goby (Bryaninops amplus) adult, with female parasitic copepod with pair of egg sacs, resting on whip coral, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, September

Domestic Sheep, mule ewe, affected by Sheep Scab (Psoroptic Mange) caused by Psoroptes mites, grazing in pasture, Lancashire, England, March

Beech Gallwasp (Mikiola fagi) galls, on Common Beech (Fagus sylvatica) leaf, France, August

Gall Wasp (Andricus gemmeus) galls, on Oak (Quercus sp. ) sapling, Clumber Park, Nottinghamshire, England, September
Gall Wasp (Andricus gemmeus) galls, on Oak (Quercus sp.) sapling, Clumber Park, Nottinghamshire, England, September

Gall Midge (Jaapiella veronicae) gall, on Germander Speedwell (Veronica chamaedrys), Dorset, England, September

Cuban Blackbird (Dives atroviolaceus) five adults, feeding, picking parasites from horse, La Belen, Camaguey Province, Cuba, March

Carrot infested with carrot fly, close-up

Model of mosquito feeding off human blood

Beetroot leaf infested with blackflies, close-up

Using secateurs to cut Viscum album (Common mistletoe) from branch of tree

Caterpillar of Leek moth (Acrolepiopsis assectella) on stem, close-up

Apple infested with bitter pit, close-up

Apple damaged by sawfly, close-up

Parasitic wasp pupae

Lilium sp. (Lily) leaves damaged by Red lily beetles (Lilioceris lilii)

Leaf infested with mealybugs, close-up

Leaf discolouration caused by Pear and cherry slug (Caliroa cerasi)

Caterpillars on cabbage leaf

Leaf hoppers on Rhododendron leaves

Viburnum leaf eaten by Viburnum leaf beetles (Pyrrhalta viburni)

Parasitic Roundworm, curled around, above view

Polygonatum biflorum (Solomons seal) leaf eaten by sawfly larvae

Section of leaf infested with whitefly, close-up

Ichneumon wasp, side view

Leaf eaten by Earwigs (Forficula auricularia)

Sweet pea plant covered in aphids

Ants on stem of Ribes rubrum (Redcurrant)

Cotoneaster branch infested with Parthenolecanium corni (Brown scale)

Paradise Whydah Finch perching on a branch, side view

Mistletoe (Viscum album) C017 / 7551
Mistletoe (Viscum album) growing on an apple (Malus sp.) tree

Eyelash mite, SEM Z445 / 0308
Eyelash mite. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of an eyelash, or follicle, mite (Demodex folliculorum), a harmless parasite which lives inside human hair follicles

Hen flea, SEM
Hen flea (Ceratophyllus gallinae), coloured scanning electron micrograph. This parasitic insect inhabits the nests of birds, usually those that nest in holes

Parasitic fly, SEM Z340 / 0605
Parasitic fly. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the fly Ornithomyia avicularia. This is a parasite of nesting birds, especially house martins and swallows

Deer tick, SEM
Deer tick. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the head of a deer tick (Ixodes ricinus), a bloodsucking parasite of animals and humans

Sheep tick, SEM
Sheep tick. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a sheep tick (Ixodes ricinus). This is a bloodsucking parasite of animals and humans

Hen flea. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a hen flea (Ceratophyllus gallinae). This flea is a parasite on dry nesting birds, such as the blue tit and chickens

Parasitised garden tiger caterpillar (Arctia caja). The caterpillar is covered in the cocoons of parasitic braconid wasp larvae

Pubic louse, artwork F007 / 7463
Pubic louse, computer artwork

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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.