Reptile Collection (page 8)

Monitor lizard, Varanus species. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andreas Hoffer after an illustration by Johann Christoph Keller from Georg Wolfgang Knorrs Deliciae Naturae Selectae of Kabinet

Label for Fil a la Sorciere brand of sewing thread (colour litho)
PER320944 Label for Fil a la Sorciere brand of sewing thread (colour litho) by French School; Private Collection; (add.info.: fil a coudre; fil cire)

Lucanian Calyx-Krater, c. 400 BC (earthenware)
1761950 Lucanian Calyx-Krater, c.400 BC (earthenware) by Policoro Painter (5th-4th Century BC); 50.5x49.9 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. Fund; Italian, out of copyright

Sign of the Zodiac: The lion. The deity Artemis of Ephese, c. 1520 (fresco)
LRI4687448 Sign of the Zodiac: The lion. The deity Artemis of Ephese, c.1520 (fresco) by Falconetto, Giovanni Maria (1468-1535); Palazzo d Arco, Mantua

Horrors of the Irish Union: Botheration of Poor Pat, or A Whisper across the Channel
NCO191290 Horrors of the Irish Union: Botheration of Poor Pat, or A Whisper across the Channel, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1798 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray

The tortoise trainer
FIA5384761 The tortoise trainer by Bey, Osman Hamdi (1842-1910); Pera Museum, Istanbul, Turkey; (add.info.: " Le dresseur de tortues" (The tortoise trainer)

I Will Survive
Fahmi Bhs

Le Premier Volume de la bible en francoiz historiee et nouvellement imprimee, ca. 1501. [Adam and Eve, from a bible in French]

Green turtle (Chelonia mydas) swimming near mangroves, Elizabeth Bay, Isabela Island, Galapagos

Plesiosaur
An illustration by Neave Parker of the extinct marine reptile, Plesiosaur. These lived throughout most of the Mesozoic (MZ) era becoming extinct 65 million years ago at the time of the K-T extinction

Lyreshead lizard, Lyriocephalus scutatus, and brown tree climber, Uranoscodon superciliosus.. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieus Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles 1816-1830

Snipe or trumpet fish, Macroramphosus scolopax, and Grooved razorfish, Centriscus scutatus.. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieus Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles 1816-1830

Picture No. 10854574
Gaboon VIPER - camouflaged on the forest floor (Bitis gabonica rhinocerus) Date:

The Lobster Quadrille Postcard by Charles Folkard. ca. 1921, The Lobster Quadrille Postcard by Charles Folkard

Triceratop dinosaur skeleton C016 / 5928
Triceratops skeleton. Model skeleton of a Triceratops prorsus dinosaur. Photographed at the Natural History Museum, London, UK, in 1907

Python sebae, African rock python
Hand coloured lithograph from final volume of Erpetologie Generale ou Histoire Naturelle complcte des Reptiles (1854) by A.M.C. Dumeril, G. Bibron, and A. Dumeril

Western Diamond-backed Rattlesnake - emerging from winter hibernation site - March 2011 - Arizona - Sonoran desert
CAN-4427 Western Diamond-backed Rattlesnake - emerging from winter hibernation site Arizona - Sonoran desert Crotalus atrox John Cancalosi contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Steppe / Horsfield's Tortoise - active during day in a desert - Caspian sea shore - Turkmenistan - April Tm31. 0525
ANZ-1508 Steppe / Horsfield's Tortoise - active during day in a desert Caspian sea shore - Turkmenistan Agrionemys horsfieldii Testudo - April Andrey Zvoznikov contact details

Turtle, coloured X-ray. The head of the turtle is at right

Gaboon Viper - young in the leaf litter - Nguu Mountains - Tanzania - Africa
MM-144 Gaboon Viper - young in the leaf litter Nguu Mountains - Tanzania - Africa Bitis gabonica Michele Menegon Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Jamaican Boa Snake - endangered
PM-6754 Jamaican Boa Snake - endangered Epicrates subflavus Pat Morris Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Timber Rattlesnakes - Gravid females basking to bring young to term. Venomous pitvipers
CAN-2117 Timber Rattlesnakes - Gravid females basking to bring young to term also with Common Garter Snake, Thamnophis sirtalis amongst rattlers Northeastern USA Crotalus horridus Venomous pitvipers

Two Marine Iguanas (Amblyrhynchus Cristatus) Showing Affection; Galapagos, Equador

Ridge Tailed Monitor (Spiny Tailed Monitor) (Varanus acanthus), captive, Australia, Pacific

Bahamas, Exuma Island. Close-up of iguana on beach. Credit as: Don Paulson / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

USVI, St Thomas, Magens Bay. Close up of Iguana iguana on beach

Bearded dragon -Pogona- at Table Mountain, South Africa

Gecko foot, SEM
Gecko foot. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the underside of a geckos foot (Tarentola mauritanica). The foot is covered with ridges and microscopic hairs

Rough Chameleon (Trioceros rudis) adult, on branch in montane rainforest habitat, Nyungwe Forest N. P. Rwanda
Rough Chameleon (Trioceros rudis) adult, on branch in montane rainforest habitat, Nyungwe Forest N.P. Rwanda

Hawksbill turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata) swimming over a coral reef. This sea turtle is critically under threat of extinction and is a protected species

Shonisaurus marine reptile, artwork
Shonisaurus marine reptile. Artwork of a Shonisaurus hunting a shoal of belemnites. This extinct reptile lived 215 million years ago

Galapagos giant tortoise thermoregulation
Galapagos giant tortoises (Geochelone nigra vandenburghi) gather in volcanically heated thermal pools to keep warm overnight at altitude

Megalosaurus jaw, 19th century artwork
Megalosaurus lower jaw, 19th century artwork. Artwork from the 1886 ninth edition of Moses and Geology (Samuel Kinns, London). This book was originally published in 1882

Snake head, SEM
Snake (suborder Serpentes) head, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). The snakes forked tongue (right) is used to detect prey by picking up scent particles from the air

Flap-neck Chamaeleon
PS-8024 Flap-neck Chameleon Chamaeleo dilepis Peter Steyn Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Exotic Species / Reptile Breeding Farm - reptiles are kept in plastic boxes - feeding of a snake with a mouse
PPG-1922 Exotic Species / Reptile Breeding Farm - reptiles are kept in plastic boxes - feeding of a snake with a mouse Pascal Goetgheluck Please note that prints are for personal display purposes

Galapagos land iguana (Conolophus subcristatus), Isla Plaza (Plaza island), Galapagos Islands, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ecuador, South America

Estuarine Crocodile A medium-sized animal along the Prince Regent River, Kimberley coast, Western Australia
DH-4341 Estuarine Crocodile A medium-sized animal along the Prince Regent River, Kimberley coast, Western Australia. Crocodylus porosus Don Hadden Please note that prints are for personal display

Western Blue Tongue / Shingleback - opening mouth and exposing blue tongue in threat display
ASW-4828 Western Blue Tongue / Shingleback - opening mouth and exposing blue tongue in threat display Bell's Rapids, Perth, Western Australia. Western Australia Tiliqua sp. Alan J. S

Agama / Agamid Lizard - camouflaged by sand pattern on its back - sand dunes of Central Karakum desert - Turkmenistan
ANZ-1440 Agama / Agamid Lizard - camouflaged by sand pattern on its back sand dunes of Central Karakum desert - Turkmenistan - Spring - April Agamidae sp

Toadheaded Agamid Lizard - uses it's camouflage colouring to hide - presses itself into the sand - sand dunes of
ANZ-1424 Toadheaded Agamid Lizard - uses it's camouflage colouring to hide - presses itself into the sand sand dunes of Karakum desert - Turkmenistan - Spring - April Phrynocephalus mistaceus

Komodo dragon - showing forked tongue - Rinca island - Indonesia
WAT-14742 Komodo dragon - showing forked tongue Rinca island - Indonesia Varanus komodoensis M. Watson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Emerald Tree Boa Guyana, South America
KL-255 Emerald Tree Boa Guyana, South America. Corallus caninus Keith & Liz Laidler Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Snapping Turtle KFO 1281 Albino, North & South America Chelydra serpentina © Kenneth W. Fink / ARDEA LONDON
KFO-1281 Snapping Turtle Albino, North & South America Chelydra serpentina Kenneth W Fink Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Smooth snake - Adult
VG-10717 Smooth snake - Adult Widely distributed in Europe, very rare in United Kingdom. Coronella austriaca Paul Van Gaalen Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Water dragon, Australia
PM-10035 Water dragon, Australia Physignathus Pat Morris Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Green turtle swimming - Aquariumgalicia Reboredo Galicia Spain
MAB-276 Green turtle swimming Chelonia mydas Mark Boulton Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Eastern Hog-nosed Snake
JZ-2262 Eastern Hog-nosed Snake USA Heterodon platirhinus Jim Zipp Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

For sale as Licensed Images

Choose your image, Select your licence and Download the media

"Exploring the Fascinating World of Reptiles: From Wrestling Pythons to Majestic Turtles" Step into a world where athleticism meets danger, as depicted in "The Athlete Wrestling with a Python" by A Gilbert. This captivating artwork from c1880-1882 showcases the raw power and intensity of man versus snake. Venture into Africa's wilderness and encounter the infamous Black Mamba Snake, known for its lethal venom and lightning-fast strikes. Its presence sends shivers down even the bravest explorers' spines. Meet the Bearded Dragon, an enchanting reptile with its unique appearance and gentle nature. These creatures have become popular pets due to their docile temperament and striking patterns. London Zoo unveils its New Reptile House designed by G H Davis, offering visitors an immersive experience filled with wonderment at every turn. Marvel at diverse species like Hermann's Tortoise, showcasing intricate shell patterns that have stood the test of time. Delve into conservation efforts aimed at protecting endangered reptiles such as the Great Crested Newt (Triturus cristatus). This critically endangered species symbolizes our responsibility to preserve fragile ecosystems for future generations. Travel across continents to witness the beauty of a Crested Gecko (Correlophus Ciliates) thriving in captivity on New Caledonia Island in the Pacific. The vibrant colors and delicate features make it a true gem among reptilian wonders. Experience thought-provoking art through "Awful Changes Cartoon, " which highlights mankind's impact on nature. It serves as a reminder that we hold both power and responsibility when it comes to preserving these magnificent creatures' habitats. Discover how ancient beliefs intertwine with modern fascination in Novgorod Icon's "Last Judgement. " Here, reptilian symbolism represents transformation, rebirth, and eternal life—a testament to humanity's enduring connection with these remarkable beings throughout history.