Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of Twice-stabbed stink bug head (Cosmopepla bimaculata). The stink bug derives its name from its tendency

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Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of Twice-stabbed stink bug head (Cosmopepla bimaculata). The stink bug derives its name from its tendency to eject a foul smelling glandular substance secreted from pores in the thorax when disturbed. Magnification: x4 when shortest axis printed at 25 millimetres.

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Size: 3302px × 2646px
Photo credit: © DENNIS KUNKEL MICROSCOPY/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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