Moth wing. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of scales on the wing of an unidentified moth (order Lepidoptera,meaning "scale-wing" in Greek). A moth wing is covered in many tiny scales that are modified hairs (setae). These are made of chitin,a common substance in insect exoskeletons. Magnification: x29 at 6x7cm size | |
Licence : | Droits gérés |
Crédit: | Science Photo Library / Nishinaga, Susumu |
Taille de l’image : | 2951 px × 3610 px |
Model Release : | Non requis |
Property Release : | Non requis |
Restrictions : | - |