Female bee head C018 / 3570
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Female bee head C018 / 3570
Female bee head. Close-up photograph of a female bee head (Megachile lanata). This specimen was found in Cuba. The species was originally from Africa and has since spread to the Caribbean and islands in the Pacific. Photographed by the USGS Bee Inventory and Monitoring Lab: an organisation dedicated to identifying, cataloguing and monitoring bees and other insect species
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This print showcases the intricate beauty of a female bee head belonging to the species Megachile lanata. Originally from Africa, this particular specimen was discovered in Cuba, where it has established itself alongside other Caribbean and Pacific islands. The image, captured by the USGS Bee Inventory and Monitoring Lab, highlights their dedication to identifying, cataloguing, and monitoring various insect species. The photograph provides an up-close view of the bee's head with remarkable detail. Its compound eyes are prominently displayed, revealing its keen sense of sight essential for navigation and locating nectar-rich flowers. Delicate antennae extend gracefully from its head, serving as sensory organs that detect chemical signals crucial for communication within their social structure. With expert precision in macrophotography techniques such as image stacking and depth of field manipulation, this snapshot offers viewers a glimpse into the fascinating world of entomology. Each minute feature is impeccably preserved through photostacking methods employed by renowned photographer Sam Droege. As we admire this awe-inspiring image capturing nature's wonders at their finest, let us appreciate not only the biological complexity but also acknowledge the vital role bees play in our ecosystem as pollinators. This visual masterpiece serves as a reminder of both our interconnectedness with wildlife and the importance of preserving biodiversity for generations to come.
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