Ichthyosaur Collection (page 3)

Shonisaurus marine reptile, artwork F007 / 7534
Shonisaurus extinct marine reptile, computer artwork

Close up of Ichthyosaur snout
Ichthyosaur snout fragment with backward pointing teeth from the Jurassic Lower Lias clays of Lyme Regis, Dorset UK. These extinct marine reptiles were predators occupying the same ecologic niche as

Ichthyosaur snout
Jurassic Ichthyosaur snout fragment complete with teeth from the Lower Lias of Lyme Regis

Ichthyosaurus intermedius C016 / 5590
Ichthyosaurus intermedius. Fossil specimens of the extinct marine reptile Ichthyosaurus intermedius, on display at the Natural History Museum, London, UK

Ichthyosaurus communis fossil C016 / 5588
Ichthyosaurus communis. Fossilised specimen of the extinct marine reptile Ichthyosaurus communis, on display at the Natural History Museum, London, UK

Ichthyosaurus intermedius fossil C016 / 5589
Ichthyosaurus intermedius. Fossil specimens of the extinct marine reptile Ichthyosaurus intermedius, on display at the Natural History Museum, London, UK

Ichthyosaur
A plastic toy model of the extinct marine reptile, Ichthyosaur, created by Invicta Ltd. These reptiles lived during the Jurassic and Triassic periods, becoming extinct around 90 million years ago

Ichthyosaurus. Illustration taken from the Richard Owen coll
Illustration 117a, annotated by William Clift asNo 4. Profile of Mr Johnsons Fossil found at Lyme

Ichthyosaurus, Pterodactylus, Plesiosaurus
Frontispiece The Age of Reptiles from Introduction to Geology by Thomas Wright, (1855). These marine and avian reptiles lived in Europe during the early Jurassic period about 200 million years ago

Ichthyosaurus, Plesiosaurus, Stenosaurus and another marine
These reptiles lived during the Jurrassic period, about 150 million years ago. Watercolour by Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins

Ichthyosaurus, Plesiosaurus, Stenosaurus
These reptiles lived during the Jurrassic period, about 150 million years ago. Watercolour by Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins

Temnodontosaurus platyodon (Conybeare)
The skull of Temnodontosaurus platyodon, an Ichthyosaurus which lived between 201 and 194 million years ago in the Lower Jurassic. It was discovered by Mary Annings brother in 1811 in Lyme Regis

Ichthyosaur, Stenopterygius quadriscissus (Quenstedt) close-
This Ichthyosaur has been preserved with the broken-up skeletons of the unborn young inside. A fourth may have just been born - its skeleton can be seen below her tail

Ophthalmosaurus icenius, ichthyosaur
Close up of the eye socket of an extinct marine reptile from the Middle Jurassic (161-157 million years ago) on display in the Central Hall at the Natural History Museum, London

Ichthyosaurus communis, ichthyosaur
Close up of the jaw of an ichthyosaur specimen on display at The Natural History Museum, London. Specimen collected by Mary Anning

Eurhinosaurus longirostris, ichthyosaur
Close up of the skull and eye socket of an ichthyosaur specimen on display at The Natural History Museum, London

Excavating at Charmouth
A team of palaeontologists from the Natural History Museum excavating an Ichthyosaur at Charmouth beach. December 2004

Opthalmosaurus & Stenosaurus
Extinct fossil marine reptiles, Opthalmosaurus icenicus (above) and Stenosaurus leedsi (below) from the Upper Jurassic Oxford Clay at Peterborough. On display at the Natural History Museum, London

Ichthyosaurus communis (Conybear)
A fossil specimen of an Ichthyosaurus from the Lower Lias, Lyme Regis, Dorset. On display at The Natural History Museum, London

Ichthyosaurus intermedius
Fossil specimens of the extinct marine reptile Ichthyosaurus intermedius, on display at the Natural History Museum, London

Icthyosaur model
PJG-270 ICTHYOSAUR - model Peter Green contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Fossil Ichthyosaur giving birth
PM-7287 Fossil of ICHTHYOSAUR - giving birth Pat Morris contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Ichthyosaurus and Plesiosaurus reptiles
Ichthyosaurus (left)and Plesiosaurus (right), historical artwork. These extinct marine reptiles co-existed in the Early Jurassic Period (200 to 176 million years ago)

Ichthyosaur and prey, artwork
Ichthyosaur and prey. Artwork of an Ichthyosaurus marine reptile (right) hunting its prey, a nautilus (left). Ichthyosaurs lived during the Jurassic Period (200-146 million years ago)

Ichthyosaurus. Artwork of Ichthyosaurs swimming underwater. This extinct animal was a type of aquatic dinosaur. Like dolphins, they had streamlined bodies, long snouts, powerful tails and large eyes

Ichthyosaurus hunting fish, artwork. Ichthyosaurs were a type of aquatic dinosaur. Like dolphins, they had streamlined bodies, long snouts, powerful tails and large eyes

Jurassic landscape, artwork
Jurassic landscape. Coloured updating of the famous artwork Duria Antiquior (Ancient Devon), painted 1830 by English geologist Henry De la Beche. The Jurassic Period was 200 to 146 million years ago

Ichthyosaur marine reptiles
Ichthyosaurs. Artwork of two Ichthyosaurs, marine carnivorous reptiles, swimming underwater. They inhabited the seas of the Mesozoic Era from around 225-65 million years ago

1888 color lithograph Jurassic solnhofen
Vivid colour lithograph for " Dr. Schuberts Naturgeschichte - Geologie, Mineralreich, Palaontologie". Published 1888 in Stuttgart by J.F. Shreiber. The palaeontology section by Dr

1816 Bullocks Museum curios and fossil
1816 copperplate engraving by R. Sands from a drawing by J.P. Neale, published by John Harris for " The Beauties of England and Wales"

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In 1855, the Punch Dinosaurs Crystal Palace exhibition showcased a fascinating array of prehistoric creatures, including the awe-inspiring ichthyosaur. This ancient marine reptile, along with its counterparts like the Plesiosaurus and Pterodactylus, captivated visitors with their otherworldly features. The story of the ichthyosaur dates back to 1814 when Mary Anning discovered the first skull of this extinct creature. Since then, it has become an iconic museum piece, representing a bygone era in Earth's history. The British fascination with prehistoric marine reptiles continued in 1862 when a collection dedicated solely to these magnificent creatures was unveiled. The exhibit featured various species such as Ichthyosaurus acutirostris and showcased their intricate details through meticulous reconstructions. However, not all depictions were accurate or well-received. The infamous "Awful Changes" cartoon depicted these ancient reptiles in comical and exaggerated ways that deviated from scientific accuracy. Despite this misrepresentation, it highlighted society's growing interest in paleontology during that time. Another notable portrayal can be found in Reynolds' book "The Antidiluvian World" published in 1849. This publication provided detailed engravings showcasing breathtaking scenes like the epic battle between Plesiosaurus and Temnodontosaurus (Oligostinus), capturing readers' imaginations and sparking further curiosity about these long-extinct beings. Today, we continue to marvel at these incredible creatures that once roamed our oceans millions of years ago. The legacy of the ichthyosaur lives on through fossils carefully preserved in museums worldwide – reminding us of Earth's rich history and inspiring future generations to explore our planet's mysteries beneath its vast waters.