Mosquito on Orchid (IMAGE)

Virginia Tech

Mosquito on Orchid

Caption

A mosquito on the Platanthera orchid. Note the two yellow pollen masses that are stuck on its head. Photo courtesy of Chloé Lahondère for Virginia Tech.

Credit

Virginia Tech

Usage Restrictions

Credit Virginia Tech

License

Licensed content

Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.