Bee Proboscis
by Dr Keith Wheeler/science Photo Library
Title
Bee Proboscis
Artist
Dr Keith Wheeler/science Photo Library
Medium
Photograph - Photograph
Description
Bee proboscis. Polarised light micrograph of the proboscis of the common honey bee (Apis mellifera). The bee's proboscis (centre) consists of two outer angled parts (the galea) and a central hairy tube (made up of two glossae). Alongside these (left and right) are the needle-shaped labial palps with segmented ends. The galea and labial palps are normally joined together forming a tube, which encloses the proboscis. The proboscis is used to feed on nectar from flowers. Spoon-shaped mandibles at the base of the glossae (green) are used for functions such as moulding the wax, feeding larvae, and grooming. Magnification: x36 when printed at 10 centimetres across.
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September 24th, 2019
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