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Ecosystem Collection

"Exploring the Breathtaking Ecosystems

Background imageEcosystem Collection: Symmetrically stacked pile of Logs for use as firewood

Symmetrically stacked pile of Logs for use as firewood
HAR-127 Symmetrically stacked pile of Logs for use as firewood Anthony Harrison Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageEcosystem Collection: Distributions of plants at various altitudes

Distributions of plants at various altitudes
Coloured engraving of Alexander Humboldt illustration. Tableaux de la Nature, 1865. Date: 1865

Background imageEcosystem Collection: KENTUCKY. USA. Fog at sunrise, Red River Gorge. Daniel Boone National Forest

KENTUCKY. USA. Fog at sunrise, Red River Gorge. Daniel Boone National Forest

Background imageEcosystem Collection: Ireland. Skellig Michael Island. European Westernmost Point. UNESCO World Heritage

Ireland. Skellig Michael Island. European Westernmost Point. UNESCO World Heritage
Ireland. Skellig Michael Island. Europes westernmost point. UNESCO World Heritage Site

Background imageEcosystem Collection: Sun on Dartmoor Devon horizon illuminates rolling landscape of fields

Sun on Dartmoor Devon horizon illuminates rolling landscape of fields and woodland with foreground rich crop of poppies
HAR-87 Sun illuminates rolling landscape of fields and woodland with foreground of rich crop of poppies (arable weed) amid ripening barley, backlit. Organic farming. Dartmoor, Devon horizon

Background imageEcosystem Collection: Warm seas surround remote limestone islands in Raja Ampat, Indonesia

Warm seas surround remote limestone islands in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This area is known as the Coral Triangle due to its high marine biodiversity

Background imageEcosystem Collection: Plane Trees (Platanus x acerifolia) along tree-lined highway, Aude Department

Plane Trees (Platanus x acerifolia) along tree-lined highway, Aude Department
Plane Trees (Platanus × acerifolia) along tree-lined highway, Aude Department, Languedoc-Roussillon, France

Background imageEcosystem Collection: Classic Tunnel-View, Bridalveil Falls, El Capitan and Half Dome. Yosemite, California, US

Classic Tunnel-View, Bridalveil Falls, El Capitan and Half Dome. Yosemite, California, US

Background imageEcosystem Collection: Sunset at Grace Bay, Provienciales, Turks & Caicos

Sunset at Grace Bay, Provienciales, Turks & Caicos
A beautiful sunset over Grace Bay, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos coastline at dusk / twilight. Trade-winds & localized cloud cover creating wispy shapes

Background imageEcosystem Collection: Doryaspis swim amongst a bed of Anthozoa

Doryaspis swim amongst a bed of Anthozoa
8-inch-long jawless fish of the genus Doryaspis swim amongst a bed of Anthozoa of the order Actiniaria (AKA sea anemones) 410 million years ago in what is today the Svalbard archipelago in Norway

Background imageEcosystem Collection: Heart Reef, Great Barrier Reef, Queensland, Australia

Heart Reef, Great Barrier Reef, Queensland, Australia

Background imageEcosystem Collection: Iceberg formation on the beach at Jokulsarlon, Iceland

Iceberg formation on the beach at Jokulsarlon, Iceland. Vatnajokull National Park glacier in background in sunset light

Background imageEcosystem Collection: The icebreabker Kapitan Khlebnikov cruising through broken pack ice Greenland Sea

The icebreabker Kapitan Khlebnikov cruising through broken pack ice Greenland Sea
The icebreabker Kapitan Khlebnikov cruising through Prince Christian sound, Greenland

Background imageEcosystem Collection: Colorado, Grand Junction, Colorado National Monument. Independence Rock Overlook

Colorado, Grand Junction, Colorado National Monument. Independence Rock Overlook, typical red rock formations. Views of Grand Junction in the distance

Background imageEcosystem Collection: Savanna, Kidepo national park, Uganda, East Africa

Savanna, Kidepo national park, Uganda, East Africa

Background imageEcosystem Collection: Brown trout and Kingfisher, lithograph, published in 1884

Brown trout and Kingfisher, lithograph, published in 1884
Brown trout (Salmo trutta fario) and Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis). Lithograph, published in 1884

Background imageEcosystem Collection: Resplendent Quetzal feather detail (Pharomachrus mocinno), Costa Rica

Resplendent Quetzal feather detail (Pharomachrus mocinno), Costa Rica

Background imageEcosystem Collection: North America, USA, Michigan, Upper Peninsula. Munising Falls framed by hardwood forest in autumn

North America, USA, Michigan, Upper Peninsula. Munising Falls framed by hardwood forest in autumn, Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, Upper Peninsula of Michigan

Background imageEcosystem Collection: Oil derricks on the shore near Baku Azerbaijan

Oil derricks on the shore near Baku Azerbaijan

Background imageEcosystem Collection: Domesticated Goats graze in lush green summer pasture with buttercup flowers

Domesticated Goats graze in lush green summer pasture with buttercup flowers
HAR-94 Domesticated Goats - billy / nanny goats graze in lush green summer pasture with buttercup flowers Anthony Harrison Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageEcosystem Collection: View of the Stone walls on the Upper Missouri, 1832-34 (w / c on paper)

View of the Stone walls on the Upper Missouri, 1832-34 (w / c on paper)
5054763 View of the Stone walls on the Upper Missouri, 1832-34 (w/c on paper) by Bodmer, Karl (1809-93); Joslyn Museum, Omaha, Nebraska

Background imageEcosystem Collection: Masai Giraffe (Giraffa camelopardalis tippelskirchi), Samburu National Reserve, Kenya

Masai Giraffe (Giraffa camelopardalis tippelskirchi), Samburu National Reserve, Kenya

Background imageEcosystem Collection: European robin(Erithacus rubecula) and common redstart (Phoenicurus phoenicurus)

European robin(Erithacus rubecula) and common redstart (Phoenicurus phoenicurus)
Illustration of a European robin(Erithacus rubecula) and common redstart (Phoenicurus phoenicurus)

Background imageEcosystem Collection: Facade of building covered in Photovoltaic (PV) solar panels for sustainable power

Facade of building covered in Photovoltaic (PV) solar panels for sustainable power generation, Paris, Ile-de-France, France

Background imageEcosystem Collection: Camp Xakanaxa, Moremi Game Reserve, Botswana, Africa

Camp Xakanaxa, Moremi Game Reserve, Botswana, Africa

Background imageEcosystem Collection: Cheetah, Moremi Game Reserve, Botswana, Africa

Cheetah, Moremi Game Reserve, Botswana, Africa

Background imageEcosystem Collection: Moremi Game Reserve, Botswana, Africa

Moremi Game Reserve, Botswana, Africa

Background imageEcosystem Collection: Moremi Game Reserve, Botswana, Africa

Moremi Game Reserve, Botswana, Africa

Background imageEcosystem Collection: Moremi Game Reserve, Botswana, Africa

Moremi Game Reserve, Botswana, Africa

Background imageEcosystem Collection: African fish eagle, Moremi Game Reserve, Botswana, Africa

African fish eagle, Moremi Game Reserve, Botswana, Africa

Background imageEcosystem Collection: Goliath heron, Moremi Game Reserve, Botswana, Africa

Goliath heron, Moremi Game Reserve, Botswana, Africa

Background imageEcosystem Collection: Moremi Game Reserve, Botswana, Africa

Moremi Game Reserve, Botswana, Africa

Background imageEcosystem Collection: Moremi Game Reserve, Botswana, Africa

Moremi Game Reserve, Botswana, Africa

Background imageEcosystem Collection: Okavango Delta, Botswana, Africa

Okavango Delta, Botswana, Africa

Background imageEcosystem Collection: Okavango Delta, Botswana, Africa

Okavango Delta, Botswana, Africa

Background imageEcosystem Collection: Okavango Delta, Botswana, Africa

Okavango Delta, Botswana, Africa

Background imageEcosystem Collection: Vulturine Guineafowl (Acryllium vulturinum), Samburu National Reserve, Kenya

Vulturine Guineafowl (Acryllium vulturinum), Samburu National Reserve, Kenya

Background imageEcosystem Collection: Mangrove trees (Rhizophora mangle) on CYC Island, Coron, Palawan, Philippines

Mangrove trees (Rhizophora mangle) on CYC Island, Coron, Palawan, Philippines

Background imageEcosystem Collection: Rows of trees along a canal in spring, Damme, West Flanders, Belgium

Rows of trees along a canal in spring, Damme, West Flanders, Belgium

Background imageEcosystem Collection: Prison Ship 'York' in Portsmouth Harbour, 1807 (etching)

Prison Ship 'York' in Portsmouth Harbour, 1807 (etching)
7341890 Prison Ship 'York' in Portsmouth Harbour, 1807 (etching) by Cooke, Edward William (1811-80); 21.6x28.4 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageEcosystem Collection: The sun and solar phenomena, 1846-60 (engraving)

The sun and solar phenomena, 1846-60 (engraving)
7340557 The sun and solar phenomena, 1846-60 (engraving) by Reynolds, James (fl.c.1846-60) & Emslie, John (1813-75); 29.2x23.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageEcosystem Collection: The central sun and the theory of the stellar universe (backlit), 1846-60 (engraving)

The central sun and the theory of the stellar universe (backlit), 1846-60 (engraving)
7340575 The central sun and the theory of the stellar universe (backlit), 1846-60 (engraving) by Reynolds, James (fl.c.1846-60); 29.2x23.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageEcosystem Collection: Solar System, 1850-60 (lithograph, cotton, brass)

Solar System, 1850-60 (lithograph, cotton, brass)
7340082 Solar System, 1850-60 (lithograph, cotton, brass) by British School, (19th century); 91x240 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageEcosystem Collection: Paper: from the rag-and-bone collect to the press, c.1900-1910

Paper: from the rag-and-bone collect to the press, c.1900-1910
1790237 Paper: from the rag-and-bone collect to the press, c.1900-1910; (add.info.: the paper in France, from the rag-and-bone collect to the press , early 20th century); Photo © CCI.

Background imageEcosystem Collection: Sourcing scrap metal, London, World War II (b/w photo)

Sourcing scrap metal, London, World War II (b/w photo)
8672634 Sourcing scrap metal, London, World War II (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sourcing scrap metal, London, World War II)

Background imageEcosystem Collection: The Theory of the seasons and the signs of the zodiac, 1846-60 (engraving)

The Theory of the seasons and the signs of the zodiac, 1846-60 (engraving)
7340558 The Theory of the seasons and the signs of the zodiac, 1846-60 (engraving) by Reynolds, James (fl.c.1846-60); 29.2x23.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageEcosystem Collection: Solar system (backlit), 1846-60 (engraving)

Solar system (backlit), 1846-60 (engraving)
7340571 Solar system (backlit), 1846-60 (engraving) by Reynolds, James (fl.c.1846-60); 29.2x23.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageEcosystem Collection: Saving waste paper for the war effort, World War II (b/w photo)

Saving waste paper for the war effort, World War II (b/w photo)
8672638 Saving waste paper for the war effort, World War II (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Saving waste paper for the war effort, World War II)




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"Exploring the Breathtaking Ecosystems: From Kentucky's Foggy Red River Gorge to Ireland's Skellig Michael Island" Nature never fails to amaze us with its diverse ecosystems, and one such marvel can be found in the fog-laden sunrise of Kentucky's Red River Gorge. Nestled within Daniel Boone National Forest, this enchanting landscape showcases the delicate balance of life in an ecosystem. As we ascend through various altitudes, a fascinating distribution of plants unfolds before our eyes. The symmetrically stacked pile of logs reminds us that even in nature's cycle of growth and decay, every element has a purpose - providing firewood for warmth while nurturing new life. Venturing across the globe to Skellig Michael Island off Ireland's westernmost point, we encounter another UNESCO World Heritage site. Here, the sun illuminates Dartmoor Devon horizon, casting a golden glow on rolling fields and woodlands adorned with vibrant poppies amidst ripening barley, and is a testament to nature's artistic touch. Driving along Aude Department's tree-lined highway reveals majestic Plane Trees standing tall as sentinels guarding against time itself. Their presence adds beauty and grandeur to an already picturesque scene. In Yosemite National Park, California, USA, iconic landmarks like Bridalveil Falls and El Capitan greet visitors at every turn. This classic tunnel-view offers glimpses into an ecosystem where waterfalls cascade down granite cliffs while Half Dome stands majestically above it all. Sunsets hold their own magic too; Grace Bay in Turks & Caicos paints a mesmerizing canvas as hues blend seamlessly into each other. The tranquil waters reflect the sky like a mirror - showcasing yet another facet of Earth’s magnificent ecosystems. Diving beneath turquoise waters takes us to Queensland’s Great Barrier Reef where Heart Reef captures our hearts instantly. Amidst coral formations lies this natural wonder shaped like love itself – reminding us how interconnected all living beings are within this fragile ecosystem.