Pheromones Collection

Picture No. 12479403
Silkworm moth, Bombyx mori, head detail. Although Date:

Picture No. 12479402
Silkworm moth, Bombyx mori, mating. Although Date:

Picture No. 12479400
Silkworm moth, Bombyx mori. Adult moth with eggs. Date:

Picture No. 12479404
Silkworm moth, Bombyx mori, head detail. Although Date:

Picture No. 12479401
Silkworm moth, Bombyx mori, mating. Although Date:

Picture No. 10866344
Atlas Moth - male (has feathery antennae used for searching females by their pheromones) - in hand - taken from a window of a house in the morning (it's active at night) (Attacus atlas ) Date:

Orchid dupe wasp - male lured by a false wasp-mating scent from an orchid (Cryptostylis subulata), mates with it
AUS-437 Orchid dupe wasp - male lured by a false wasp-mating scent from an orchid (Cryptostylis subulata), mates with it. Australia Lissopimpla excelsa Densey Clyne / Auscape / ardea.com Auscape

Atlas Moth - male (has feathery antennae used for searching females by their pheromones) - in hand - taken from a window of a house in the morning (its active at night) (Attacus atlas )

These giant water lilies, up to 8 feet in diameter, are only foud in the amazon Rainforest. These lilies are in the degenerative stage, having pst their peak

The male cat sniffs the odours of the other

Carpenter ants fighting (Camponotus cruentatus). These are two soldier ants from different colonies. Ants produce chemicals called pheromones which they use to identify each other and to communicate

Queenless ants C015 / 5721
Queenless ants. Streblognathus peetersi ants fighting for dominance in their nest. S. peetersi originates from South Africa. They are a species of ant that does not have a queen in the colony

Queenless ants C015 / 5722
Queenless ants. Streblognathus peetersi ants fighting for dominance in their nest. S. peetersi originates from South Africa. They are a species of ant that does not have a queen in the colony

Queenless ants C015 / 5720
Queenless ants. Streblognathus peetersi ants fighting for dominance in their nest. S. peetersi originates from South Africa. They are a species of ant that does not have a queen in the colony

Queenless ants C015 / 5719
Queenless ants. Streblognathus peetersi ants fighting for dominance in their nest. S. peetersi originates from South Africa. They are a species of ant that does not have a queen in the colony

Queenless ants C015 / 5718
Queenless ants. Streblognathus peetersi ants fighting for dominance in their nest. S. peetersi originates from South Africa. They are a species of ant that does not have a queen in the colony

Large white butterfly scent scales SEM
Large white butterfly (Pieris brassicae) scent scales (androconia), coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Androconia (plural) of the male large white butterfly

Large white butterfly scent scale, SEM
Large white butterfly (Pieris brassicae) scent scale (androconium), coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Androconia (plural) of the male large white butterfly

Worker bee fanning either air for ventilation or pheromones around the hive

Ants interacting, computer artwork. The ants are interacting using their antennae, sense organs mounted on their heads. Ants can also communicate using chemicals called pheromones

Mouse urinary protein, molecular model
Mouse urinary protein (MUP), molecular model. MUP refers to a family of similar proteins found in mouse urine. The proteins act as pheromones, airborne chemical signals

Thoas Swallowtail caterpillar deploys its osmeterium Colombia
MAR-544 Thoas Swallowtail caterpillar deploys its osmeterium Colombia Papilio thoas Thomas Marent Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

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Pheromones: The Invisible Language of Nature In the vast realm of nature, a secret language exists, one that is spoken not through words but through scents. Pheromones, these elusive chemical messengers, weave intricate tales and orchestrate unseen symphonies in the animal kingdom. Picture No. 12479403 reveals an enchanting scene where an Atlas Moth gracefully flutters its wings. But it's not just their beauty that captivates us; it's their feathery antennae, delicately designed to detect pheromones emitted by potential mates from miles away. Moving on to Picture No. 12479402, we find ourselves immersed in the heart of the Amazon Rainforest. Here lie giant water lilies with leaves spanning up to eight feet in diameter – a sight so majestic and rare that they can only be found within this lush paradise. These remarkable plants release pheromone-like compounds into the air, attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies who play a vital role in their reproduction. But pheromones aren't limited to romantic pursuits or floral courtships alone; they extend far beyond our human understanding. In Picture No. 10751569, we witness a male cat engaging in his own olfactory exploration as he sniffs out odors left behind by other feline friends – marking territories and communicating without uttering a single meow. Meanwhile, Carpenter ants engage in fierce battles depicted vividly in Picture No. 10866344 as they wage war over resources and dominance within their colonies. These tiny warriors employ pheromones as battle cries - signaling alarm or rallying troops for defense against invaders. Even queenless ants (Picture No. 5721) have mastered the art of communication using pheromonal cues despite lacking royal guidance at their helm. They navigate complex social structures relying solely on these invisible signals to maintain order within their ranks.