Sting Collection (page 6)

Scorpion (Opistopthalmus karrooensis) on a rock. This scorpion is also known as the shiny burrowing scorpion, as it digs and shelters in burrows that can be up to a metre deep and a metre

Sting of a honeybee embedded in a human finger
Bee sting. View of a honeybee sting embedded in the skin of a human finger. At centre, the sting is seen, carrying with it nerve and muscle tissue that work to pump poison (peptides) into the finger

Honeybee stinging a finger
Bee sting. View of a honeybee Apis mellifera in the process of stinging a human finger. At lower centre, the sting has embedded in skin

Wasp sting, SEM
Wasp sting. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the sting of a tropical wasp. The sting is a modification of the female ovipositor, or egg-laying organ

False colour SEM of a bee sting
Bee sting. Coloured scanning electron micrograph of the posterior end of a honeybee Apis mellifera showing the bees sting (needlelike)

False clown anemone fish

Pink anemone fish

Black anemone fish (Amphiprion melanopus) hidden in the tentacles of a partially bleached sea anemone. This fish, also known as the fire clownfish

Peruvian golden scorpion sting
Peruvian golden scorpion (Hadruroides charcasus), close-up of the sting. This specimen is from Peru

Nettle stinging hair, light micrograph
Nettle stinging hair. Polarised light micrograph of a stinging hair from a Roman nettle (Urtica pilulifera). This tapering needle-shaped cell consists of a round basal part embedded in a

Jellyfish life cycle, artwork. At bottom right are a sperm (with tail) and egg (round). The sperm fertilises the egg to produce a planula, a small larva covered in cilia

Hornet (Vespa sp.)

Bee, SEM
Bee, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Bees belong to the superfamily Apoidea and are closely related to wasps and ants

Coral. Close-up of the coralTubastrea sp. Corals consist of colonies of individual animals called polyps. The polyps are simple creatures, with a ring of tentacles leading to a gullet

Israeli black scorpion on a sand dune
Israeli black scorpion (Scorpio maurus fuscus) on a sand dune. Photographed in Israel, in September

Wasp sting, light micrograph
Wasp sting. Light micrograph of the dissected stinging apparatus of a worker wasp (Vespula germanica). In this preparation the three parts of the shaft of the sting have separated into the two

Scorpion, SEM
Scorpion, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Scorpions belong to the arachnid family, having eight legs and a body divided into two segments

Clown Anemonefish, Amphiprion percula, Alam Batu, Bali, Indonesia

Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray

Two Paper Wasps - tend cells on their comb'-like nest. The wasps build a single vertical comb from wood pulp mixed
EL-1943 Two Paper Wasps - tend cells on their comb'-like nest. The wasps build a single vertical comb from wood pulp mixed with saliva, and hang it from a stalk

On the Nose! - a mosquito hits the jackpot when encountering a fine hooter

The Bear and the Bees
THE BEAR AND THE BEES The bear is stung by a bee and in retaliation overturns the hive whereupon hundreds of bees attack and sting him

Scorpion. Rhodes, Greece
ROG-11711 Scorpion Rhodes, Greece Mesobuthus gibbosus Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Adult Spinetail Mobula (Mobula japanica) leaping out of the water in the upper Gulf of California (Sea of Cortez)
Michael Nolan / SplashdownDirect

Adult Spinetail Mobula (Mobula japanica) leaping out of the water in the upper Gulf of California (Sea of Cortez)
Michael Nolan / SplashdownDirect

Dahlia Anemone (Urticina felina) Oban, Scotland, UK
Alan James / SplashdownDirect

Jewel Anemone (Corynactis viridis) The Manacles, Cornwall, UK
Alan James / SplashdownDirect

Plumrose Anemone (Metridium senile) Babbabcombe, Torquay, South Devon, UK. (RR)
Alan James / SplashdownDirect

Jellyfish, Mastigias sp. Palau, Micronesia
Andre Seale / SplashdownDirect

Adult Spinetail Mobula (Mobula japanica) leaping out of the water in the upper Gulf of California (Sea of Cortez)
Michael Nolan / SplashdownDirect

Churchill / Randolph / Fly
British MP Lord Randolph Spencer Churchill as a pesky insect which bites at night, but no-one feels its sting, and which is " all hum"

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"Exploring the Intricate Sting: From Honey Bees to Stingrays and Beyond" The honey bee (Apis mellifera) never ceases to amaze with its intricate internal anatomy, as seen in this captivating cross-section. Rev up your engines for a classic beauty - the Chevrolet Corvette Stingray from 1963, painted in a striking shade of red that demands attention on any road. Who knew bee anatomy could be so artistic? This stunning artwork showcases the delicate details of their bodies, highlighting their fascinating stingers. Dive into the mesmerizing world of stingrays with the Blue Spotted Stingray (Dasyatis kuhlii), also known as Kuhls Stingray - an elegant creature gliding through azure waters. Zooming in on nature's weaponry, behold the honey bee stinger under SEM C016 / 8006 magnification - a tiny yet powerful tool used for defense and survival. A glimpse into history reveals the rear of a Wellington Bomber from World War II, reminding us of its formidable sting against enemy forces during aerial combat. Watch out for "The Wasp Sting" – an intense encounter between two adversaries captured in this gripping photograph that showcases nature's raw power. Travel back in time with this vintage litho print from 1852 depicting bees at work, showcasing how these industrious creatures have fascinated humans throughout centuries. Music legend Sting holds his bride Trudie Styler outside Camden register office in London - love is certainly one way to feel that sweet sting. Standing tall and resilient against harsh conditions, admire this cactus isolated on a white background – proof that even prickly beings can thrive beautifully. The Box Jellyfish emerges menacingly from darkness against a black background; its venomous tentacles remind us why it commands respect within marine ecosystems.