Scale insects. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of scale insects (superfamily Coccoidea) on a leaf. This pest feeds on the plant's sap. It secretes a powdery wax coating that protects it against pesticides and predators. Magnification: x50 when printed at 10 centimetres wide. | |
Licence : | Libre de droits |
Crédit: | Science Photo Library / Gschmeissner, Steve |
Model Release : | Non requis |
Restrictions : | - |