Coelenterate Collection (#4)

Table coral. Fish swimming around Acropora sp. coral on a sandy sea-bed. Photographed in the Maldives

Red Sea bannerfish on a reef. Red Sea bannerfish (Heniochus intermedius) sheltering behind net fire coral (Millepora dichotoma) on a reef

Red Sea bannerfish on a coral reef
Red Sea bannerfish (Heniochus intermedius) on a coral reef. These fish inhabit coral reefs in the tropical western Indian Ocean, including the Red Sea

Crescent-tail bigeye fish on a coral reef. Male crescent-tail bigeyes (Priacanthus hamrur) can reach a maximum length of 45cm. Photographed in the Red Sea, Egypt

Lyretail anthia on a reef. Male lyretail anthia (Pseudanthias squamipinnis) with net fire coral (Millepora dichotoma) on a reef

Fossil coral C016 / 5619
Fossil (Kodonophyllum truncatum) coral. This specimen dates to the Silurian period and was found in Dudley, West Midlands, UK

Gorgonian coral, artwork C016 / 5570
Gorgonian coral. Watercolour of Gorgonian coral (subclass Octocorallia) by Sarah Stone (circa 1760-1844) from the collection of Sir Ashton Lever

Gorgonian coral, artwork C016 / 5569
Gorgonian coral. Watercolour of Gorgonian coral (subclass Octocorallia) by Sarah Stone (circa 1760-1844) from the collection of Sir Ashton Lever

Lithostrotion, coral fossil C016 / 4843
Lithostrotion, coral fossil. Corals comprise a soft bodied animal called a polyp. Each polyp inhabits a calcareous skeleton called a corallum. This specimen dates from the Carboniferous

Lonsdaleia, coral fossil C016 / 4841
Lonsdaleia, coral fossil. Corals comprise a soft bodied animal called a polyp. Each polyp inhabits a calcareous skeleton called a corallum. This specimen dates from the Carboniferous

Sea fan coral C013 / 9774
Sea fan coral. Close-up of a collected sea fan coral specimen. Sea fans are colonies of tiny coral organisms (polyps) that build hard structures around themselves for protection and support

Various carved specimens
A collection of carved specimens including ivory, coral, shell, jet & tortoise shell. A collection of carved specimens including ivory, coral, shell, jet & tortoise shell

Variety of Gemstones
Left to right, top: Onyx, cornelian, tigers eye, jet, turquoise, lapis lazuli, hematite, jade. Bottom: Ivory, amber, coral, cultured pearl, freshwater pearl, shell, cameo

Physalia physalis, Portuguese man-of-war
Ff. 38 Vol 3. Watercolour painting by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage to explore the southern continent 1768-1771

Hardenbergia violacea, purple coral pea
Finished watercolour by Fred Polydore Nodder from an original outine drawing by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage across the Pacific, 1768-1771

Collection of sea creatures
Plate from a collection of watercolour sketches by William W. Ellis (?-1785) made on Captain James Cooks third voyage to explore the south (1776-1780)

Medusa pelagica, jellyfish
Ff. 259a. Painting by George Forster made during Cooks second voyage 1722-1775 of a pair of jellyfish

Chrysaora quinquecirrha, sea nettle jellyfish
Ff. 53 Vol 3. Pencil sketch by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage to explore the southern continent 1768-1771

Centropyge bispinosus, coral beauty angel
Ff. 117 Vol 2. Watercolour painting by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage to explore the southern continent 1768-1771

Hydra sp
Scanning electron microscope (SEM) image showing the stinging tentacles and mouth of the coelenterate Hydra (x 36 on a standard 9cm wide print)

Polygonal corallites
The simple, polygonal corallites of favosites are well seen in this 6 cm high polished block from the Devonian of south-west England

Photograph of coral from the Yonge collection

Platygyra daedalea, brain coral
Close-up of brain coral specimen, possibly the species Platygyra daedalea

Drawing labelled Coral

Isastraea oblonga, polished coral
Isastraea oblonga (Fleming). From the Jurassic period, Portlandian, Upper Beds, Tisbury, Wiltshire

Drawing labelled Sponge and coral
Drawing by Thomas Malie. Thomas Malie, a surgeon to the Kings Dragoon Guards, sailed to the West Indies during the course of his military service and made detailed drawings of local flora and fauna

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Discover the mesmerizing world of coelenterates, where beauty and danger intertwine. From the vibrant Caiman crocodilus crocodilus to the elusive Anilius scytale, these creatures captivate with their unique characteristics. Dive into the depths and encounter the enchanting Physalia pelagica, commonly known as Portuguese-man-of-war, floating gracefully in the ocean currents. Marvel at the delicate Sea fan's intricate structure revealed through an X-ray lens, reminiscent of a coral gallery from 1895. Travel to Sri Lanka's tea estates and witness nature's harmony as coelenterates thrive alongside lush landscapes. Encounter Moon jellyfish gliding effortlessly through azure waters while Butterflyfish and purple anthias fish add bursts of color to this underwater paradise. Spot False clown anemonefish playfully darting around their homes amidst swaying corals. Observe a pregnant pygmy seahorse carrying new life within its tiny frame or catch a glimpse of Denises pygmy seahorse camouflaging perfectly among coral branches. Study a jellyfish model of Physalia pelagica, unraveling its mysteries without fear of stings. Coelenterates invite us to explore their diverse realm; they are both captivating and fragile beings that remind us of nature's wonders.