Ichthyosauria Collection

Awful changes cartoon
Satirical lithograph cartoon by Henry T De la Beche c.1830, depicting Charles Lyell (centre) as Professor Ichthyosaurus

Ichthyosaurus, Plesiosaurus
Watercolour painting by Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins, (1809-1889). These marine reptiles live in Europe duing the early Jurassic period about 200 millions years ago

Ichthyosaurus acutirostris
A fossil specimen of the extinct fish-like marine reptile Ichthyosaurus acutirostris from Germany. It lived during the Lower Jurassic period 205-180 million years ago

Extinct marine reptiles
Sheet 1 of a series of posters called Extinct Animals by Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins c. 1862. This collection of marine reptiles lived during the Jurassic period between 200

Awful changes cartoon
Satirical pen and ink cartoon by Henry T De la Beche c.1830, depicting Charles Lyell (centre) as Professor Ichthyosaurus

Ophthalmosaurus icenius was a common ichthyosaur that lived during the middle Jurassic period. This specimen was discovered in Oxford clay

Restorations of secondary period animals
Original artwork by Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins, donated by his granddaughter Mary Hawkins

Stenopterygius quadriscissus, ichthyosaur
Close up of the jaw of an ichthyosaur specimen on display at the Natural History Museum, London

The comparative sizes of extinct animals
Printed poster, unknown author

Awful Changes
Frontispiece - Curiosities of Natural History by Francis Buckland. A cartoon by H.T de la Beche. You will at once perceive, continued Professor Ichthyosaurus

Ichthyosaurus communis

Original art, Crystal Palace extinct animals
Original artwork by Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins, donated by his granddaughter Mary Hawkins

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

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Ichthyosauria - Awful Changes Cartoon: Dive into the Fascinating World of Extinct Marine Reptiles. Step back in time and explore the captivating world of Ichthyosauria, a group of extinct marine reptiles that once roamed our ancient oceans. From the iconic Ichthyosaurus to the majestic Plesiosaurus, these creatures ruled the seas during the Secondary Period. One notable member of this incredible lineage is Ichthyosaurus acutirostris, known for its sharp snout and streamlined body. But don't be fooled by its appearance; it was a formidable predator capable of swift movements through water. Restorations of secondary period animals have given us glimpses into their lives. Stenopterygius quadriscissus, another ichthyosaur species, comes to life through detailed illustrations showcasing its sleek body and unique fin structure. Comparing sizes with other extinct animals reveals just how diverse this prehistoric world truly was. Original art from Crystal Palace showcases these magnificent creatures alongside other long-gone giants, leaving us in awe at their sheer magnitude. Among them is Ichthyosaurus communis, a common species found throughout Europe's fossil record. Its remains provide valuable insights into understanding Earth's past ecosystems and evolutionary history. Another fascinating discovery is Ichthyosaurus intermedius C016/5590 – an individual specimen that sheds light on variations within this remarkable group. These findings help scientists piece together the puzzle of how these reptiles adapted over time. While we may never witness these marvelous creatures firsthand, studying their fossils allows us to appreciate their existence and understand our planet's rich natural history. So let your imagination swim alongside these ancient wonders as you delve deeper into the mesmerizing realm of Ichthyosauria.