Sea Weed Collection (#7)

Dunlin (Calidris alpina) adult, breeding plumage, foraging amongst seaweed on seashore, Varanger, Norway, may

Tussac-bird (Cinclodes antarcticus antarcticus) adult, feeding on seaweed strewn shore, Carcass Island, Falkland Islands, march

Kelp Goose (Chloephaga hybrida) adult male, feeding on seaweed at low tide, New Island, Falkland Islands

Kelp Goose (Chloephaga hybrida) adult female, feeding on seaweed along shoreline, Stanley, East Falkland, Falkland Islands

Bar-tailed Godwit (Limosa lapponica) adult male, breeding plumage, with beak open, standing on seaweed in shallow water, Varanger, Norway, may

Blade-eyed hermit crab (Dardanus lagopodes). The hermit crab has no hard shell of its own, so it uses the shells of dead molluscs for protection

Red gorgonian (Lophogorgia chilensis) in a giant kelp forest. A gorgonian is a colonial cnidarian related to corals. The feathery white bodies on the gorgonian are the feeding tentacles of the tiny

Common shore crab (Carcinus maenas) camouflaged against seaweed. This is the green form of the common shore crab. As its name suggests, this crab lives on sea shores

Red sea urchin (Strongylocentrotus franciscanus) amongst purple sea urchins (Strongylocentrotus purpuratus) in a tide pool at low tide

Flat periwinkles (Littorina littoralis). Collection of periwinkles showing the variation in shell colour. This means that only some are camouflaged against the seaweed and protected from predators

Common starfish on oarweed
Common starfish (Asterias rubens) on oarweed (Laminaria digitata). Photographed in the North Sea, near St. Abbs, Scotland, UK

Southern fur seal (Arctocephalus australis) diving in a kelp forest. The southern (or South American) fur seal hunts mostly at night, diving up to 170 metres to feed on fish and krill

Filefish and plant. Filefish (family Balistidae) swimming next to a marine plant. This fish is camouflaged to look like the plant. The imitation of plants by animals is known as phytomimesis

Common sea dragon (Phyllopteryx taeniolatus). This seadragon is found throughout the eastern Indian Ocean off the coasts of Australia

Kelpfish (Chironemus sp.) amongst kelp. This fish is native to coastal Australia and New Zealand

Whites sea horse (Hippocampus whitei) near seaweed (Sargassum sp.). This fish is found in the south-western Pacific, in weedy, shallow areas and seagrass beds or on sponges

Seahorses, X-ray
Seahorses, historical X-ray. Some of the seahorses (Hippocampus sp.) are long dead, and have been dried. These appear hollow

Irish moss seaweed (Chondrus crispus). An extract from this seaweed is used in cooking as a thickener and stabiliser in milk products such as ice cream and processed foods

Oyster. One half of a European oyster (Ostrea edulis), which is cultivated for its flesh. Seafood is a good source of protein, although it can provoke allergies in some people

Edible seaweed. This is green laver (Ulva sp.), also known as sea lettuce or aonori. It may be eaten in soups or salads, or used in making sushi

Atmosphere engineering. Diagram showing the technology that could be employed in altering the Earths atmospheric conditions to reduce climate change effects

Loch Duich. Extensive brown and green algae (seaweed) beds in a sheltered sea loch at changing tide. The castle on the other side of the loch is Eilean Donan castle

Kelp, Japan
Kelp (Costaria costata), Japan

Hoar-frosted seaweed. Crystals of hoar frost on seaweed that has been washed up on a shoreline in winter. This seaweed is knotted wrack (Ascophyllum nodosum)

Full Moon, South Georgia
Full Moon over mountains. The Full Moon rises above the horizon soon after sunset, the glow of which is seen in the sky here. Seaweed is floating in the coastal waters in the foreground

Seashore rock pool with red beadlet anemones (Actinia equina). The rocks of the pool are encrusted with various species of seaweed (Lithothamnion)

Bladder wrack and other seaweeds washed up on a shoreline. Four species are present: bladder wrack (Fucus vesiculosus, centre); serrated wrack (Fucus serratus)

Bladder wrack (Fucus vesiculosus, centre) with other strands of dead seaweed, washed up on a shoreline. The air bladders (round)

Red algae farming. Industrial facility for growing red algae (phylum Rhodophyta). Many forms of red algae are a traditional part of European and Asian cuisine

Flightless cormorant male and female
Flightless cormorant (Nannopterum harrisi) male (right) that has brought a seaweed offering to a female. This seabird is endemic to the Galapagos Islands

Paddling in the sea
MODEL RELEASED. Paddling in the sea. Nine-year-old girl and seven-year-old boy holding fishing nets and a bucket while paddling in the sea. Photographed in Lee Bay, Devon, UK

Rock pool fishing
MODEL RELEASED. Rock pool fishing. Nine-year-old girl and seven-year-old boy fishing in a rock pool. Photographed in Lee Bay, Devon, UK

Strap kelp and blue maomao
Strap kelp (Lessonia sp.) and a school of blue maomao (Scorpis violacea). Photographed off the Poor Knights Islands, New Zealand

Strap kelp (Lessonia sp.). Photographed off the Poor Knights Islands, New Zealand

Seaweed (Fucus serratus)
Serrated wrack seaweed (Fucus serratus) growing on coastal rocks. Serrated wrack is a brown seaweed found in the intertidal zone on rocky coasts in northern Europe

Green algae (Codium bursa). This seaweed, which is composed of a sponge-like mat of interwoven filaments, can grow up to 40 centimetres in diameter

Rainbow wrack (Cystoseira tamariscifolia) submerged in a rock pool. This is a species of brown seaweed. When seen underwater it is an iridescent turquoise colour

Knotted wrack seaweed (Ascophyllum nodosum). This is a common brown seaweed. Mid-way along its fronds are air bladders (bubbles)

Kelp holdfast (Laminaria digitata)
Kelp holdfast (Laminaria digitata.). This is a root-like structure with which the blade of kelp is attached to the sea-bed

Thongweed. Tide coming in over thongweed (Himanthalia elongata). This seaweed consists of round button-like thalli and long thin reproductive fronds. Photographed on the south- west coast of Ireland

Wig-wrack colony (Ascophyllum nodosum var. mackaii). Extensive bed of seaweed in a sheltered sea loch. This rare species of brown seaweed has very specific environmental requirements

Seaweeds
Assorted seaweeds. Seaweeds are often collected for use as a fertiliser as they are rich in nutrients, especially rarer nutrients such as iodine

Spiral wrack (Fucus spiralis)
Spiral wrack seaweed (Fucus vesiculosus)

Giant kelp (Macrocystis pyrifera) underwater. Giant kelp is the largest of the Pacific kelps and can grow more than 45 centimetres per day. It is usually found in large beds or forests

Carrageen red seaweed (Chondrus crispus). The thallus (plant body) of this seaweed is dichotomously branched. This seaweed is found on rocky shores around the British and Irish coasts

Bladder wrack seaweed (Fucus vesiculosus) thallus in a rocky shore. The name of the seaweed derives from the paired air bladders visible on either side of the midrib of the fronds

Seaweed

Kelp seaweed (Laminaria digitata) floating at the waters surface. This seaweed is also known as devils apron and oarweed. It is used in the production of iodine, soda and fertilisers

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"Exploring the Beauty of Sea Weed: A Journey through Europe's Coastal Wonders" Delving into the depths of history, we discover a 19th-century alga cyanotype captured in Manorbier, Pembrokeshire, Wales. From Llandanwg Beach near Harlech, Gwynedd, North Wales, witness the enchanting Mountains of Snowdonia adorned with sea weed in a mesmerizing 19th-century alga cyanotype. The Naiads beckon us towards Flamborough Head from Sewerby Rocks in Bridlington, East Riding of Yorkshire, England - where sea weed dances along the shoreline. Pentire Point in Polzeath, Cornwall offers a stunning display as it gracefully sways to the rhythm of the waves. Dawlish Low Tide reveals hidden treasures amidst its sandy shores - intricate patterns woven by seaweed create an ethereal landscape. Immerse yourself in nature's artistry at Catterline Rock pool in Aberdeenshire, Scotland; behold how seaweed paints an exquisite tapestry within this coastal oasis. Witnessing an Atlantic Puffin standing on a rock at Inner Farne with sandeels and seaweed clutched delicately within its beak is truly captivating. THE SIREN calls out from Applecross beach as strands of seaweed intertwine like mythical creatures emerging from beneath the waves. Embark on this visual journey across Europe's coastlines and let sea weed transport you to a world where nature meets imagination and beauty knows no bounds.