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ERNST HAECKEL German naturalist Date: 1834 - 1919

ERNST HEINRICH HAECKEL (1834-1919). German biologist and philosopher

HAECKEL, Ernest (1834-1919). German biologist. Engraving

ERNST HEINRICH HAECKEL (1834-1919). German biologist and philosopher. Wood engraving, American, 1874

ERNST HAECKEL (1834-1919). German biologist and professor. Line engraving, 19th century

1874 Frontis Haeckel Anthropogenie
Frontispiece to Haeckels Anthropogenie (a history of human development) published Verlag von Wilhelm Engelmann, 1874. A still controversial treatise on human

1909 Cartoon Darwin with Apes detail
1909 Illustration of Charles Darwin in tree with young chimpanzee (left) and orangutan (right) by the German artist Thomas Theodor Heine in the periodical " Simplicissimus" 15th February

1882 Darwin et al Reason against Unreason
1882 Puck Magazine chromolithograph by J. Keppler - American publication, German language edition, with English text drawn in cartoon. The text translates as " reason versus unreason"

PSCI2A-00086
Professor Ernst Haeckel with an ancestral human skeleton at Jena, about 1900. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a photograph

Ernst Haeckel & Gorilla
ERNST HAECKEL German scientist with a gorilla in 1909

Ernst Haeckel Age 75
ERNST HAECKEL German scientist at age 75

Ernst Haeckel Age 40
ERNST HAECKEL German scientist at age 40

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"Haeckel: Exploring the Wonders of Nature Through Art and Science" Step into the captivating world of Ernst Haeckel, a renowned German biologist and artist whose work revolutionized our understanding of the natural world. In 1894, Haeckel unveiled his mesmerizing "Art of Diatom algae, " showcasing the intricate beauty hidden within these microscopic organisms. Delving further into evolution, Haeckel introduced us to Pithecanthropus, an ape man crop that challenged conventional beliefs about human origins in 1909. His thought-provoking cartoon featuring Darwin, apes, and himself ignited discussions on our shared ancestry. Beyond evolutionary studies, Haeckel's fascination with nature extended to Basidiomycota - filamentous fungi that thrive in diverse ecosystems. He meticulously studied their forms and patterns to unravel their secrets. In his groundbreaking masterpiece "Pedigree of Man, " Haeckel traced humanity's lineage through time immemorial. This awe-inspiring illustration captured the essence of our interconnectedness with all living beings. Venturing into botanical wonders, Haeckel explored Nepenthes gymnamphora pitcher plant - a carnivorous marvel that lures unsuspecting prey into its deadly embrace. His detailed observations shed light on this extraordinary adaptation for survival. Hailing from Acanthophracta radiolarians to Nudibranchia sea slugs and Ctenophora comb jellies - Haeckel unraveled the mysteries dwelling beneath ocean depths. These enchanting creatures fascinated him as he sought to unveil their hidden stories through artistry and scientific inquiry. In 1886, a French copy of Haeckel's tree-of-life diagram emerged; it depicted life's diversity branching out like delicate tendrils across time and space—a testament to his enduring influence on evolutionary biology. Ernst it also paid homage to Charles Darwin, his intellectual predecessor.