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At a very low magnification of only 102x, this scanning electron micrograph (SEM) revealed the morphologic details displayed on the exoskele
Description:
At a very low magnification of only 102x, this scanning electron micrograph (SEM) revealed the morphologic details displayed on the exoskeletal surface of an unidentified green bug, found deceased on the grounds in the suburbs of Decatur, Georgia, attached to a deceased, unidentified caterpillar. This image focused on the insect's head, and thoracic regions, and included the eyes, and antennae. The exoskeleton on insects is commonly adorned by a myriad of protuberances, some of which are to allow its owner to attract a mate, others to detect changes in its environment, and still others to act as protective mechanisms by which the organism can thwart a foe, or avoid being eaten by a predator. At this low magnification, the insects sensorial "hairs", or "setae" are visible, which allow the organism to detect changes in environmental temperature, tactile stimuli, and chemical queues.
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CDC/ Janice Carr
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September 29, 2012