Lovebird's Claw, Sem is a photograph by Steve Gschmeissner which was uploaded on May 6th, 2013.
Lovebird's Claw, Sem
Lovebird's claw. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a claw (talon) on the toe of a Lovebird (Agapornis sp.). The claws and beaks of birds... more
Title
Lovebird's Claw, Sem
Artist
Steve Gschmeissner
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Photograph
Description
Lovebird's claw. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a claw (talon) on the toe of a Lovebird (Agapornis sp.). The claws and beaks of birds are made from keratin, a hard, fibrous protein. The lovebird is a highly sociable and affectionate type of parrot. Magnification x20 when printed 10 centimetres wide.
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May 6th, 2013
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