Pond Life Collection

Pond dipping... pupils of Sheepridges Ashbrow Junior School (from left) Marcus Bennett, Jason Swales, Sabrina Barrett and Matthew Crowther discover life at the bottom of Meltham Mills dam

The Duck Pond, (oil on canvas)
1066518 The Duck Pond, (oil on canvas) by Koester, Alexander (1864-1932); 73.7x118.1 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; Dallas Art Association Purchase; German, out of copyright

A Microscopic View of a drop of Water (engraving)
2775127 A Microscopic View of a drop of Water (engraving) by Bacon, John (1777-1859); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Microscopic View of a drop of Water with the different Animalcula - magnified)

The Pond (Honfleur), 1909 (oil on canvas)
3956478 The Pond (Honfleur), 1909 (oil on canvas) by Vallotton, Felix Edouard (1865-1925); 73.2 x 100.2 cm; Kunstmuseum, Basel, Switzerland; Swiss, out of copyright

Insects and Flowers, published 1837. Creator: Unknown
Insects and Flowers, published 1837. nemestrine, nemognathe nemoptere nepe nepenthe

Damselflies, dragonflies and water snails, c1930s?, (1946). Creator: Vere Temple
Damselflies, dragonflies and water snails, c1930s?, (1946). Damsel Fly, Coenagrion puella, with larva and emerging from nymph-case; Large Dragon Fly, Aeschna cyanea with larvae; snails

Dragonflies, c1930s, (1945). Creator: Vere Temple
Dragonflies, c1930s, (1945). Male and female of Agrion splendens, a type of damselfly; male Libellula fulva, the scarce chaser dragonfly; nymph case of Agrion splendens; Pimpla instigator

12 week old Tadpole (Anura) with tail and legs

Simple line drawing of pond life

Baby axolotl (Ambystoma mexicanum), front view

Baby axolotl (Ambystoma mexicanum) swimming through twig

American Bullfrog tadpole (Lithobates catesbeianus)

Rana temporaria, European Common Frog perched on water lilly leaf, side view

Illustration, Common Frog (Anura) perched on water lily leaf stalking Dragonfly (Odonata), side view

Illustration of caterpillar of Brown China mark moth (Elophila nymphaeata) wrapped inside water lily leaf

Illustration of a white stork holding fish in its beak, nearby a frog sitting on lily pad

Illustration of a Raft spider (Dolomedes fimbriatus) on a leaf floating in a pond

Illustration of a Longnose gar (Lepisosteus osseus)

Illustration of Didinium on its own and swallowing a Paramecium

Illustration of tadpoles emerging from eggs

Illustration of a diving beetle (Dytiscidae) releasing air bubble underwater, underside

Wildlife-slender Ringtail Damselfly in a garden. Sydney Australia

Two water boatmen trapping tadpole

A five week old tadpole

Palmate Newt (Lissotriton helveticus) in water

Tray containing catch from pond including Water boatman (Notonecta glauca), next to fishing net

Side view Three-spined Stickleback, Gasterosteus aculeatus

Cyclops

Common frog (Rana temporaria) swimming near aquatic plant

Water boatman (Notonecta glauca), water-repellant hairs covering the abdomen, close-up

Water measurer (Hydrometra stagnorum), walking on pond surface, side view

Green and black Dyeing Dart Frog (Dendrobates tinctorius) perched on leaf, view from above

European Common Frog (Rana temporaria) sitting on a Lily pad, front view

Young toad on pond leaf

A pair of Great diving beetles (Dytiscus marginalis) near a plant stem, top view and bottom view

Close-up of European Green Toad (Bufo viridis)

newt from below

Common newt (Triturus vulgaris) underwater, side view

Spotted Frog (Anura)

Rat-tailed maggot, larva of the Hoverfly (Eristalis tenax) underwater

Shell of a Pond snail (Viviparus)

Young frogs (Rana temporaria) on moss

Water boatman (Corixa sp. ) on leaf, close-up
Water boatman (Corixa sp.) on leaf, close-up

Caddis fly larvae clinging to aquatic plant

Frog spawn

Frog Spawn (Anura)

Water boatman (Notonecta glauca) underwater

Great diving beetle (Dytiscus marginalis), view from above and upward view

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Exploring the wonders of pond life, these pupils from Sheepridges Ashbrow Junior School engage in an exciting session of pond dipping. With their curiosity piqued, they delve into the aquatic world teeming with fascinating creatures and vibrant ecosystems. In "The Duck Pond, " a captivating oil on canvas artwork, we witness the serene beauty of a tranquil water body surrounded by lush greenery. The artist skillfully captures the essence of this natural habitat, inviting us to immerse ourselves in its tranquility. Taking a closer look through "A Microscopic View of a drop of Water, " an intricate engraving reveals an unseen universe within each tiny droplet. This mesmerizing glimpse showcases microscopic organisms thriving in harmony, reminding us that even the tiniest forms of life play crucial roles in our ecosystem. "The Pond (Honfleur), 1909" transports us to another time and place as we admire this impressionistic masterpiece painted with delicate brushstrokes. The artist's use of color evokes a sense of calmness and serenity found only in nature's embrace. "Insects and Flowers, " published in 1837 by an unknown creator, offers a window into the interconnectedness between insects and blooming flora. Through exquisite illustrations, we witness how these pollinators contribute to the cycle of life while adding splashes of vibrant hues to their surroundings. Vere Temple's masterful work titled "Damselflies, dragonflies and water snails" captivates our attention with its detailed depiction capturing these enchanting creatures amidst their watery habitat. Each stroke brings them to life before our eyes, showcasing their delicate wings shimmering under sunlight. In another piece by Vere Temple called "Dragonflies, " we are transported back to the 1930s as his artistry immortalizes these majestic insects fluttering above still waters. Their iridescent colors create ethereal patterns against nature's backdrop.