Reference Histology
Welcome to the reference invertebrate histology section. This section provides detailed histological slides showcasing the diversity and beauty of invertebrate tissue organization across different phyla. Whether you’re a student, researcher, or enthusiast, these slides have been added here to support a deeper understanding of invertebrate anatomy, aiding in the study of both common and rare specie.
I’m a firm believer in that developing a greater understanding of the natural world and particularly for parts of the natural world that are not so familiar, that we learn more about our place in the world and more about ourselves!
These slides are strictly provided to aid in human learning and are not permitted to be used in the training of generative AI.
Large White moths (Pieris brassicae)
Helpful as a reference for flying insects, particularly for moths and butterflies
H+E
trichrome
H+E2
Trichrome 2
Scorpion
H+E
https://digitalslides.rvc.ac.uk/nz/connect/view?objectid=C5818BDB-F409-4FDD-85A8-3B4CA00C506D&auth=1840ccf5-0dab-4598-b6fb-edfeefeb1c90&maximizeviewer=1&skipsignin=1
Trichrome
https://digitalslides.rvc.ac.uk/nz/connect/view?objectid=0CF1F330-75B1-4DDE-B7C3-63BD829A636D&auth=976e7d85-7344-4dc2-80e6-4f13566ba171&maximizeviewer=1&skipsignin=1
Leaf insect
H+E
Trichrome
Honey Bee - Anatomical study
This hive isn’t having any issues. These were taken for anatomical study rather than any pathology so I think these will be as normal as you will get.
Drone Trichrome
Queen Trichrome
Worker Trichrome
Theraphosid (unknown species)
Of particular note that this tarantula was an unknown death so not really fair to call this ‘normal’ histology. However this has been a great learning slide
H+E
Black beauty stick insect (Peruphasma schultei)
Of particular note that this population was struggling with fungal disease specifically candida so not really fair to call this ‘normal’ histology. However this has been a great learning slide for many students. Note how distinct this terrestrial invertebrate is from a more familiar bumble bee which is often used as a reference.
H+E
Trichrome
Grocott