Arthropods Collection (page 5)

Animal fight; Gobelins Manufactory tapestry, Quirinal Palace, Rome Rome Quirinal Palace Tapestry Eighteenth Century, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Mosaic depicting a stretch of the Nile River with various animals, close up of the left part. The work, from Pompei, is found in the National Archaeological Museum of Naples Naples The National

The fireplace of Urbano VIII in the Castle of S. Angelo, Rome, decorated with high-relief Barberini bees. Rome Castle of S

Fountain of Bees by Gian Lorenzo Bernini in Piazza Barberini, Rome Rome Piazza Barberini Fountain Baroque, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Bas-relief depicting the zodiac sign of Cancer in the Chapel of Planets in the Malatestiano Temple in Rimini. Rimini Malatestiano Temple, Chapel of Planets Low Relief, Basrelief High Renaissance

Bas-relief depicting the zodiac sign of Scorpio in the Chapel of Planets in the Malatestiano Temple in Rimini. Rimini Malatestiano Temple, Chapel of Planets Low Relief, Basrelief High Renaissance

Bas-relief depicting Artemis on a biga, in the Vatican Museums, Vatican City State of the Vatican City Vatican Museums Low Relief, Basrelief Roman Art, Europe, Ancient Civilization

The fountain of the Bees constructed on a plan by Gian Lorenzo Bernini, Rome Rome Piazza Barberini Fountain Baroque, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Cupid catching a butterfly, marble sculpture by Antoine Denis Chaudet preserved in the Louvre Museum, Paris. France Paris, Louvre Museum Statue Neoclassicism, Nineteenth century, 19th century

Cupid and Psyche, work by Antonio Canova preserved in the Louvre Museum, Paris. France Paris, Louvre Museum Sculpture Neoclassicism, Nineteenth century, 19th century, Europe

An entrance and the fireplace of Pope Urban VIII in a salon in Castel S.Angelo in Rome Rome Castel S.Angelo, salon Fireplace Baroque, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

Antependium covered in silk and gold. Work located in the Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie, Pistoia. Pistoia Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie

Fragmentary section of a large terracotta vase with a stamped decoration depicting a procession of hoplites and military chariots, in the Acropolis Museum in Athens Greece Athens

Bronze vase by the French School, preserved in the Louvre Museum, Paris. France Paris, Louvre Museum Vase Early Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

Large salad bowl with Chinese decorations preserved in the Louvre Museum, Paris France Paris, Louvre Plate. Date of Photograph:1908. Date of Artwork:XVII sec

Red figure Attic amphora depicting a battle between two armed heroes; the vase is preserved in the Louvre Museum, Paris France Paris, Louvre Museum Amphora, Vase Classical, Greek Art, Greece, Europe

Monument to Ferdinando I de Medici: detail of the pedestal with plaque depicting a swarm of bees; work by Giambologna and Pietro Tacca, Piazza SS. Annunziata, Florence Florence Piazza SS

Large vase decorating the Fountain of Neptune in the park of Versailles France Versailles, Garden Vase Late Baroque, Baroque, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe

Coat of arms of Urbano VIII, located in the Church of Santa Maria Maddalena dei Pazzi, in Florence Florence Church of Santa Maria Maddalena dei Pazzi High Relief Baroque

Traugott Bromme - Beautiful vintage butterfly illustrations from The Handbook of the Natural History of all Three Kingdoms

Predator and prey, goldenrod crab spider (Misumena vatia) with essex skippers (Thymelicus lineola) on a flower
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Mount Lewis spiny crayfish (Euastacus fleckeri) in defensive posture with claw raised, at edge of mountain stream, Mount. Lewis, Wet Tropics World Heritage area, Queensland, Australia. Endangered

Mexican Fiddler Crab (Leptuca crenulata) male displaying, Morua Estuary, near Rocky Point, Gulf of California, Mexico, June

Hermit crab (Dardanus calidus) Vis Island, Croatia, Adriatic Sea, Mediterranean

Lamington spiny crayfish (Euastacus sulcatus) blue form, in leaf litter under tree roots with claws raised, rare crayfish that commonly forages away from water on the forest floor above 300m

Galapagos sea lion (Zalophus wollebaeki) inquisitive pup playing with Sally Lightfoot Crab (Grapsus grapsus). Plazas Island, Galapagos, Ecuador

RF - Common hermit crab (Pagurus bernhardus) scuttles over the seabed. Highlands, Scotland, United Kingdom. (This image may be licensed either as rights managed or royalty free.)

Swimming crab (Cronius ruber) Canary Islands, Tenerife. Invasive species

Atlantic blue crab (Callinectes sapidus) hunting in Turtlegrass (Thalassia testudinum) seagrass bed, view towards sky. Florida Keys, Florida, USA

Gooseneck barnacles (Pollicipes Polymerus) amongst kelp, Nakwakto Rapids, Slingsby Channel, British Columbia, Canada. September

Amphipod (Acanthogammarus victorii) on lake bed, with some swimming, Lake Baikal, Siberia, Russia. Endemic to Lake Baikal

Strawberry land hermit crab (Coenobita perlatus). On white coral sand beach, Small unhinhabited coral islet in Raa Atoll lagoon, Maldives

Columbus crab (Planes major) which was stranded on the beach, South Africa

Garden spider (Araneus diadematus) on autumn leaf, Belgium

Boxer Crab (Lybia tessellata) with sea anemones in its claws for defense. Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Hermit crab (Pagurus bernhardus) on yellow sponge, Loch Etive, west coast of Scotland, UK, September

Horse mussel (Modiolus modiolus) bed with Brittlestars (Ophiothrix fragilis) and Edible crab (Cancer pagurus), Shetland, Scotland, UK, September

Adonis Blue (Polyommatus bellargus) female butterfly feeding on flower, Wiltshire, UK, September

Small copper butterfly (Lycaena philaeas). Peak District NP, Derbyshire, UK, September

Male Migrant Hawker Dragonfly (Aeshna mixta) South London, UK, September

Dew on cobweb, Berwickshire, Scotland, UK, September

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Freshwater isopods (Acanthogammarus victorii) feeding on seabed, Lake Baikal, Siberia, Russia

Common lobster (Homarus gammarus) looks out from its hole amongst Dead mans fingers (Alcyonium digitatum) beneath a forest of Oarweed kelp (Laminaria hyperborea)

Mint moth (Pyrausta aurata) feeding on Wild marjoram flower (Origanum vulgare), chalk grassland meadow, Wiltshire, UK, July

Green Veined White Butterfly (Pieris napi) resting on the flowering stem of a native English Bluebell (Endymion nonscriptus) Banstead Woods. Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI)

Marbled swimming crab (Liocarcinus marmoreus) Jersey, British Channel Islands, June

Common Hermit Crab (Pagurus bernhardus) Bouley Bay, Jersey, British Channel Islands

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Arthropods: A Fascinating World of Color and Adaptation From the icy depths of Greenland to the vibrant gardens they can be found in every corner of our planet. Take a closer look at these incredible creatures and discover their captivating beauty. In the frigid waters, a massive Greenland shark gracefully glides through the darkness. Attached to its body is a parasitic copepod, Ommatokoita elongata, relying on this majestic predator for survival. Moving from water to land, bee anatomy reveals intricate structures designed for efficiency. Historical artwork showcases the meticulous details that have fascinated scientists and artists alike throughout centuries. Basking under the warm sun, a Red Admiral butterfly rests delicately on a plant. Its wings spread wide open, displaying an exquisite pattern that mesmerizes all who behold it. Another Red Admiral butterfly takes flight with elegance and grace. As its wings flutter effortlessly in mid-air, it becomes one with nature's symphony of colors. The sea green swallowtail butterfly dances among flowers with unmatched gracefulness. Its delicate movements mirror the gentle waves caressing sandy shores. A circle of bees buzzes harmoniously as they work together towards a common goal – building their hive and collecting nectar from blooming flowers. Exploring pond life reveals an enchanting world teeming with diverse arthropods. Mantis shrimp roam coral reefs in Puerto Galera while water fleas swim alongside green algae in garden ponds - showcasing nature's interconnectedness. A hornet mimic hoverfly cleverly disguises itself as one of nature's fiercest predators – evoking both fear and admiration for its remarkable adaptation skills. Amongst them all stands proudly the Peacock butterfly adorned with striking patterns resembling eyespots on its wings. Small tortoiseshell butterflies join this display of natural artistry - reminding us that even small creatures possess immense beauty worth cherishing and can truly extraordinary beings.