Mangrove Swamp Collection

Mangroves near Cherar; A journey through Soudan and Western Abyssinia, with Reminiscences... 1875. Creator: Unknown
Mangroves near Cherar; A journey through Soudan and Western Abyssinia, with Reminiscences of Captivity, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

Shooting in West Africa -- Through a Mangrove Swamp, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Shooting in West Africa -- Through a Mangrove Swamp, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 42. July to December, 1890

Abstract nature view of mangrove roots. Closeup of tropical tree

Weaver Birds and their Nests; Notes of a Naturalist in the North-Western Provinces of India, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates

Shooting in West Africa, through a Mangrove Swamp (engraving)
1038541 Shooting in West Africa, through a Mangrove Swamp (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Shooting in West Africa, through a Mangrove Swamp)

The Congo Expedition (engraving)
1049430 The Congo Expedition (engraving) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Congo Expedition)

A Florida Swamp, 1872. Creator: Frederick William Quartley
A Florida Swamp, 1872. Birds, lizards, snakes, Spanish moss and other exotic vegetation in the south eastern USA. From " Picturesque America; or, The Land We Live In

Waiting for Decomposition, 1872. Creator: Frederick William Quartley
Waiting for Decomposition, 1872. Vultures perch on a tree covered in Spanish moss above the rotting corpse of an alligator, Florida, south eastern USA

Rolla-Mano determined to capture them, 1923. Artist: Raymond Wenban
Rolla-Mano determined to capture them, 1923. How the stars were made; Rolla-Mano, the old man of the sea, determines to capture two women he sees in a mangrove swamp

Coccyzus minor, mangrove cuckoo
Plate 169 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1831-34), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Rhizophora sp. mangrove tree
Illustration from the John Reeves Collection of Botanical Drawings from Canton, China. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Ceriops tagal, yellow mangrove tree
Outline drawing by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage, 1768-1771. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Bruguiera gymnorrhiza, orange mangrove tree
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

Mangrove swamp in Bermuda 1873
A photograph taken during the voyage of H.M.S. Challenger (1872-1876), funded by the British Government for scientific purposes

Rhizophora mangrove forest
The gnarled roots of the mangrove forest, Kampong Kapok, Muara, Brunei. Photographed by Dr Gaden Robinson

Daintree River, Daintree National Park (World Heritage Area), North Queensland, Australia - aerial

Tiger (Panthera tigris) 3 1 / 2 year old male. Ranthambhore National Park. Rajasthan
Tiger (Panthera tigris) 3 1/2 year old male. Ranthambhore National Park. Rajasthan. INDIA

Archer fish (Toxotes jaculatrix) in a mangrove swamp. This fish hunt land-based insects and other small animals living near the waters surface by shooting them down with a water jet expelled from its

Galapagos brown pelicans (Pelecanus occidentalis urinator) nesting in red mangroves (Rhizophora mangle). This bird eats mainly fish and amphibians as well as crustaceans

Mangrove swamp on Fiji
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A mesmerizing world of tangled roots and lush foliage, the a haven for diverse life forms. As I wander through this enchanting ecosystem, I am captivated by the intricate nests woven by Weaver Birds. Their skillful craftsmanship hangs like delicate tapestries amidst the branches, showcasing nature's artistry. In my exploration of the North-Western Provinces of India in 1875, I stumbled upon a scene straight out of an adventure novel. Through a Mangrove Swamp in West Africa, I witnessed hunters navigating treacherous waters with their guns at the ready. The engraving immortalizes their bravery and determination as they venture into unknown territories. The Congo Expedition beckons me further into this mysterious realm. With its dense vegetation and hidden dangers lurking beneath murky waters, it symbolizes both excitement and danger intertwined. This engraving transports me to an era when explorers embarked on perilous journeys to unravel the secrets held within these untamed lands. Traveling across continents brings me to Florida's captivating swamps in 1872. Frederick William Quartley's masterpiece reveals a haunting beauty that lies within these wetlands. "Waiting for Decomposition" captures nature's cycle of life and death as fallen trees become stepping stones for new growth. Raymond Wenban's artwork from 1923 immerses me in Rolla-Mano's quest to capture elusive creatures dwelling within mangrove swamps. His unwavering determination reflects humanity’s relentless pursuit of knowledge about our natural world. Amidst this vibrant habitat resides Coccyzus minor, known as the mangrove cuckoo—a testament to nature's adaptability even in seemingly inhospitable environments. Yet not all stories told within these marshy realms are filled with wonderment; history reminds us of darker times too. In an illustration from "The Universe or The Infinitely Great and the Infinitely Little, " published in 1882, an escaped slave is pursued through a mangrove swamp by an armed overseer.