Tiny Bones, 1.4 Gigapixel Macro Photograph by Gene Cooper

This photograph was constructed from 2,584 individual photographs using a new prototype macro photography robotic system. The technology combines focus stacking, stitching, and a robotic photo rig to create each gigapixel macro photograph. We look forward to developing collaborations and partnerships that will help us put the technology into the hands of the public and welcome your suggestions, comments, and feedback. Learn more about the technology at www.gigamacro.com /
The image above displays a collection of bones found while hiking in California near Bodega Bay. The bones have been identified as a mole skull (large round skull cap), a shrew skull (very small skull), mouse skull jaw bones, and a variety of bones we assume were from the same animals. The bones were found near the nest of a barn owl and one can only assume that these were once the dinner of the owl.

The head of a pin was included in this photograph to give a reference to the scale of the bones.

Special thanks to Ali Pearson!

We welcome your comments and hope you enjoy exploring the image!

Gene Cooper
Four Chambers Studio
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