Tarantula Hair, Sem is a photograph by Steve Gschmeissner which was uploaded on May 6th, 2013.
Tarantula Hair, Sem
Tarantula hair. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a hair from the abdomen of a tarantula (family Theraphosidae) spider. These hairs,... more
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Tarantula Hair, Sem
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Steve Gschmeissner
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Tarantula hair. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a hair from the abdomen of a tarantula (family Theraphosidae) spider. These hairs, known as urticating hairs, are flicked at other animals as a defense mechanism. The barbs mean they stick to their target, where they cause intense itching. Magnification x1000 when printed 10cm wide.
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May 6th, 2013
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