Pedipalp Collection

Spider anatomy, artwork
Spider anatomy. Computer artwork showing the main organs of a typical female spider

Jumping spider C018 / 4312
Jumping spider. Close-up photograph of a jumping spider head and forelegs. This specimen was found in Maryland, USA. Photographed by the USGS Bee Inventory and Monitoring Lab

Jumping spider C018 / 4470
Jumping spider. Close-up photograph of a jumping spider specimen preserved in hand sanitiser solution. This specimen (species unknown) was found in the Dominican Republic

Spider mouthparts, SEM Z430 / 0436
Spider mouthparts. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the mouthparts of a house spider (Tegenaria sp.). The head of the spider is at upper centre

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

Tarantula C016 / 7767
Tarantula. View of the upper side of a tarantula (family Theraphosidae). Photographed in Yasuni National Park, Amazon rainforest, Ecuador

Lynx spider C018 / 2420
Lynx spider. Lynx spiders (family Oxyopidae) are hunting spiders that spend their lives on plants, flowers and shrubs. This specimen was found in the Peruvian Amazon

Spider stalking prey, SEM
Spider stalking prey. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a wolf spider (Euophrys sp.) stalking a fly. Magnification: x19 when printed at 10 centimetres wide

Arachnid anatomy, artwork
Arachnid anatomy. Computer artwork showing the main organs of a typical female arachnid. For the labelled diagram see image: C008/8703

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Exploring the intricate world of spider anatomy through captivating artwork, we delve into the fascinating realm of pedipalps. These specialized appendages found in spiders play a crucial role in their survival and hunting techniques. Witness the astonishing details captured in images like Jumping spider C018 / 4312 and Jumping spider C018 / 4470, where these agile creatures showcase their remarkable agility. SEM Z430 / 0436 unveils the mesmerizing complexity of spider mouthparts, highlighting how they are uniquely adapted for feeding and capturing prey. From House spiders to Deer ticks and Sheep ticks, SEM imagery reveals the diversity within this arachnid group. Marvel at Tarantula C016 / 7767 as it displays its formidable pedipalps that aid in grasping and manipulating objects with precision. Meanwhile, Lynx spider C018 / 2420 showcases its elegant pedipalps used for courtship rituals. Intriguingly captured by SEM technology, witness a Spider stalking its unsuspecting prey - an awe-inspiring display of nature's cunning strategies. The detailed close-ups provided by SEM imaging allow us to appreciate every intricate feature that makes spiders such extraordinary creatures. Join us on this visual journey as we uncover the hidden wonders of these eight-legged marvels through stunning SEM images that offer a unique perspective on their anatomy.