Spore Collection

Moss capsule (Homalothecium sericeum) SEM
Moss spore capsule. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of part of the open mouth of a capsule (spore case) of a the moss Homalothecium sericeum

Phagocytosis of fungal spores, SEM
Phagocytosis of a fungus spore. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a neutrophil (blue) phagocytosing (engulfing and destroying) spores from the fungus Aspergillus fumigatus (red)

Aspergillus
An SEM image of aspergillus in spore production (x 815 on a standard 9 cm wide print). The moulds are common in the northern hemisphere and some cause disease in humans and animals

Cyanobacteria, SEM
Cyanobacteria. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of cyanobacteria (formally known as blue-green algae, blue). Several spores (pink) are also seen

Common horsetail spore, SEM
Common horsetail spore. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a spore of a common horsetail (Equisetum arvense) plant

Spores of field horsetail
False colour scanning electron micrograph of spores of the field horsetail, Equisetum arvense. The horsetail is the only living type of a primitive family of plants, the Sphenopsids

Mushroom and fungi species including stinkhorn (phallale), earthstar (geastrale), puffball (wolf vesse)
FLO4684677 Mushroom and fungi species including stinkhorn (phallale), earthstar (geastrale), puffball (wolf vesse), rust (rust fungus), mold (mold), etc

Common Puffball fungus (Lycoperdon perlatum) emitting spores into the air

Elephant Hawkmoth (Deilephila elpenor) close up of head showing proboscis. Note the pollen grains attached to its hairs. Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, UK. August. Focus Stacked

Cairns birdwing butterfly (Ornithoptera euphorion) male resting on fern, large butterfly endemic to wet tropics in far north Queensland, Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Collared earthstar (Geastrum triplex) fungus growing on forest floor. Spores are ejected when the fungus is disturbed, such as by falling raindrops. Peak District National park, Derbyshire. UK

Stump puffball (Lycoperdon pyriforme) releasing spores, Ringwood, Hampshire, England, UK, November

Mining bee / Little flower bee (Anthophora bimaculata) taking nectar and pollen from Common fleabane (Pulicaria dysenterica) flower, with pollen covered scopa, Surrey, England, UK. August

Hawaiian Laua e fern, Microsorum grossum, introduced to Hawaii, Aneho omalu Bay, Waikoloa Beach trail, Big Island, Hawaii

Red mason bee (Osmia rufa) female emerging from her nest hole in a drilled log within an insect hotel after provisioning a brood cell with pollen, Gloucestershire garden, UK, April

Mining bee (Andrena sp) flying to Giant harebell (Campanula latifolia), Pentwyn farm SSSI, Gwent Wildlife Trust Reserve, Monmouthshire Wales UK, July

Buff-tailed Bumblebee (Bombus terrestris) worker feeding on Ox-eye Daisy (Leucanthemum vulgare). Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, UK. July

Colony of Clostridium tetani with spores, 1906 (litho)
3501913 Colony of Clostridium tetani with spores, 1906 (litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bacteria constitute a large domain of prokaryotic microorganisms)

Collared earthstar (Geastrum michelianum) on forest floor, dispersing spores. This species disperses its spores when raindrops strike the fruiting body

greenfinch with puffballs and spore smoke Date: 05-09-2021

RBG18-3491
Wood Horsetail, Equisetum sylvaticum, with cones on fertile fronds. Boreal woodland. Date: 15-Apr-19

Mushroom species
Mushroom and fungi species including stinkhorn, earthstar, puffball, rust, mold, etc. Lithograph from Lorenz Okens Universal Natural History, Allgemeine Naturgeschichte fur alle Stande, Stuttgart

Dandelion (colour engraving)
STC206881 Dandelion (colour engraving) by Kilburn, William (1745-1818); Private Collection; (add.info.: possibly from William Curtis Botanical Magazine)

Phymatosorus grossus, Musk Fern

Collared earthstar (Geastrum triplex) releasing spores, Hampshire, England, UK, November

Licorice Fern close-up of leaflets, also known as many-footed fern

USA, Washington State, Seabeck. Detail of spores on underside of fern leaf. Credit as: Don Paulson / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont.com

Close up of Buff-tailed Bumblebee (Bombus terrestris) feeding at a flower (Aster sp), Monmouthshire, Wales, UK. September

Garden bumblebee (Bombus hortorum), flying to Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea), flower, Monmouthshire, Wales, UK. June

Buff tailed bumblebee (Bombus terrestris) visiting Clover (Trifolium) flower in unmown lawn, Monmouthshire, Wales, UK. June

Glistenin Ink-cap or Mica Cap -Coprinellus micaceus-, Emsland, Lower Saxony, Germany

Rust fungus infection, SEM
Rust fungus infection. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of spore-bearing aecia from a rust (Puccinia lagenophora) fungus, on a common groundsel (Senecio vulgaris) plant

Phagocytosis of fungus spores, SEM
Phagocytosis of fungus spores. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of spores from the fungus Aspergillus fumigatus (red) being phagocytosed (engulfed and destroyed) by a dendritic cell (brown)

Close-up of Wall Screw Moss (Tortula muralis) Buds in Spring, Bavaria, Germany

Hawaii, Maui, Waihee, A closeup of green fern with seeds

Close Up Of White Mushrooms

Collared earthstar (Geastrum triplex) releasing spores, Hampshire, England, UK, November

Fern Leaves Touching One Another
A fern is a member of a group of about 10, 560 known extant species of vascular plants that reproduce via spores and have neither seeds nor flowers. They differ from mosses by being vascular (i.e)

Picture No. 11675563
Light Micrograph (LM): Rhizopus sporangia. Date:

Microscopic view of Stachybotrys chartarum, a black mold

Red-capped scaber stalk -Leccinum aurantiacum, Leccinum rufum-, edible mushrooms

Oyster mushroom -Pleurotus ostreatus-, growing on a tree trunk, Wipperfuerth, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, Europe

Green mold, bread mold, mold spores, mold cultures

Common Earth-star (Geastrum triplex) mature fruiting body, exoperidium has split to reveal inner spore sac, growing amongst leaf litter, Sir Harold Hillier Gardens, Romsey, Hampshire, England

Mould fungus, SEM
Mould fungus (Penicillium expansum), coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). This fungus, also called blue mould, is a pathogen of plant material

Sporangia and spores of the male fern
Light micrograph of the sporangia (spore sacs) and spores of the male fern", Dryopteris filix-mas. The sporangia of Dryopteris are borne on the undersides of the leaf fronds in brown kidney

Ceratodon purpureus, ceratodon moss spore capsule
Scanning electron microscope (SEM) image of a ceratodon moss spore capsule (x 650 on a standard 9 cm wide print)

UK, England. Common Earthstar Fungi (Geastrum triplex) releasing spores

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"Exploring the Fascinating World of Spores: From Aspergillus to Fungal Kingdom" Delving into the microscopic realm, we uncover the enchanting world of spores. Take a closer look at these tiny wonders that play a significant role in various organisms' life cycles. Intriguingly, Aspergillus reveals its intricate structure under scrutiny. Its delicate filaments intertwine, forming an elaborate network that aids in reproduction and dispersal. Moving on to moss capsules like Homalothecium sericeum, scanning electron microscopy (SEM) unveils their mesmerizing architecture. These capsules serve as nature's ingenious vessels for carrying spores, ensuring their propagation across vast distances. Witnessing phagocytosis of fungal spores through SEM is truly captivating. This process showcases how cells engulf these minuscule entities, highlighting the complex interactions between fungi and other organisms within ecosystems. Cyanobacteria also make an appearance under SEM's watchful eye. Their vibrant colors come alive as we observe these photosynthetic microorganisms responsible for oxygen production and nitrogen fixation. The horsetail family presents its own unique spore structures captured by SEM. The common horsetail displays its distinctive spore arrangement while field horsetail exhibits its elegant beauty up close - both showcasing nature's remarkable diversity. Bread mould takes center stage with SEM revealing its intricate filamentous hyphae adorned with countless reproductive spores. These resilient structures ensure bread mould's survival even in unfavorable conditions. Further exploring fungal realms through SEM unravels more astonishing details about their diverse forms and functions. Each species boasts distinct characteristics that aid them in colonizing new habitats or spreading far and wide across landscapes. Clostridium tetani offers us a glimpse into history with an ancient lithograph depicting colonies brimming with dormant yet potent spores dating back to 1906 – reminding us of science's enduring quest to understand the microbial world.