Microbes: the world of micro-scale clusters
The microbe category of trypophobia gathers triggers from the microscopic world, invisible to the naked eye. Cells and bacterial colonies magnified under a microscope reveal cluster densities that don't exist in everyday nature, producing a distinctive discomfort.
- Magnified cells and tissue: round structures in regular arrays.
- Bacterial and microbial colonies: textures of densely multiplying dots.
- Mold and fungal spores: patterns of powdery grains spreading out.
These readily evoke "multiplication" and "infection," and the hallmark of the microbe category is how the "creep" builds slowly the longer you look. How far can you endure these micro-clusters you normally never notice?
How many levels can you handle?
We've prepared microbe specimens from Level 1 (mild) to Level 4 (advanced). Look from the top down and find the limit of that slowly-building discomfort.
Identify your type with the test
Your reaction to microbes is just one facet of your sensitivity. Our free trypophobia test measures all seven categories so you can learn which "type" you are. Check it out now.