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Species Collection (page 4)

"Exploring the Wonders of Species: From Tasmanian Tigers to Fancy Pigeons and Ghost Orchids" The elusive Tasmanian Tiger, also known as Thylacine

Background imageSpecies Collection: Lichens

Lichens: coral lichen, Cladia retipora 1, cup lichen, Cladonia perfoliata 2, Cladonia cervicornis ssp. verticillata 3, Cladonia squamosa 4, Cladonia fimbriata 5, Cladoniaceae species 6

Background imageSpecies Collection: Nudibranchia or sea slugs

Nudibranchia or sea slugs: Hermaea bifida 1, Facelina auriculata coronata 2, Dendronotus frondosus 3, Okenia elegans 4, Doto coronata 5, Tritonia hombergii 6 and Ancula gibbosa 7

Background imageSpecies Collection: Ctenophora or comb jellies

Ctenophora or comb jellies
Ctenophora or comb jelly: Haeckelia rubra 1, 2, Hormiphora species 3, Callianira bialata 4, Tinerfe cyanea 5, and Lampea pancerina 6

Background imageSpecies Collection: Tulipa orphanidea var. whittallii No. 1560

Tulipa orphanidea var. whittallii No. 1560. Silkscreen botanical illustration by Elsie Katherine Dykes from William R. Dykes Notes on Tulip Species, Herbert Jenkins Ltd. London, 1930

Background imageSpecies Collection: Eyed tulip, Tulipa agenensis

Eyed tulip, Tulipa agenensis (Tulipa praecox). Silkscreen botanical illustration by Elsie Katherine Dykes from William R. Dykes Notes on Tulip Species, Herbert Jenkins Ltd. London, 1930

Background imageSpecies Collection: Lady tulip, Tulipa clusiana

Lady tulip, Tulipa clusiana. Silkscreen botanical illustration by Elsie Katherine Dykes from William R. Dykes Notes on Tulip Species, Herbert Jenkins Ltd. London, 1930

Background imageSpecies Collection: Ruffed Grouse, 1865 (hand-coloured lithograph)

Ruffed Grouse, 1865 (hand-coloured lithograph)
991231 Ruffed Grouse, 1865 (hand-coloured lithograph) by Elliot, Daniel Girard (fl.1860-77); 59x47 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Ruffed Grouse; Bonasa Umbellus)

Background imageSpecies Collection: Salmo ferox, or Ferox Trout

Salmo ferox, or Ferox Trout, also known as Lake Trout, or Great Lake Trout. Date: 1879

Background imageSpecies Collection: Tinca tinca, or Tench

Tinca tinca, or Tench. Date: 1879

Background imageSpecies Collection: Gobio gobio, or Gudgeon

Gobio gobio, or Gudgeon, a freshwater fish. Date: 1865

Background imageSpecies Collection: Gaidropsarus vulgaris, or Three-Bearded Rockling

Gaidropsarus vulgaris, or Three-Bearded Rockling, also known as Whistler and Whistle-Fish. Date: 1864

Background imageSpecies Collection: Heath Spotted Orchid or Moorland Spotted Orchid (Dactylorhiza maculata), Burren, Ireland, Europe

Heath Spotted Orchid or Moorland Spotted Orchid (Dactylorhiza maculata), Burren, Ireland, Europe

Background imageSpecies Collection: Common Grey Seaslug (Aeolidia papillosa) adult, in shallow pool beside Snakelocks Anemone

Common Grey Seaslug (Aeolidia papillosa) adult, in shallow pool beside Snakelocks Anemone (Anemonia viridis), Kimmeridge, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, March

Background imageSpecies Collection: Bee Hummingbird (Mellisuga helenae) immature male, perched on vine, worlds smallest bird

Bee Hummingbird (Mellisuga helenae) immature male, perched on vine, worlds smallest bird, Zapata Peninsula, Matanzas Province, Cuba, March

Background imageSpecies Collection: Two Sandhill Cranes (Grus canadensis) in flight in early morning light

Two Sandhill Cranes (Grus canadensis) in flight in early morning light, Bosque Del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico, United States of America, North America

Background imageSpecies Collection: Cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) resting and looking at camera, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park

Cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) resting and looking at camera, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Northern Cape, South Africa

Background imageSpecies Collection: Neanderthal Or Neandertal Man. After A Work C. 1920

Neanderthal Or Neandertal Man. After A Work C. 1920
Neanderthal Or Neandertal Man. After A Work C.1920

Background imageSpecies Collection: Cutthroat Trout, Oncorhynchus clarki, side view

Cutthroat Trout, Oncorhynchus clarki, side view

Background imageSpecies Collection: Crustacea and Arachnida (litho) (b / w photo)

Crustacea and Arachnida (litho) (b / w photo)
XJF273168 Crustacea and Arachnida (litho) (b/w photo) by English School; Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageSpecies Collection: Picture No. 10880477

Picture No. 10880477
Spotted Hyena - at hippo kill (Crocuta crocuta) Date:

Background imageSpecies Collection: Cape Ground Squirrel (Xerus inauris) adult, with Sociable Weaver (Philetairus socius) flock

Cape Ground Squirrel (Xerus inauris) adult, with Sociable Weaver (Philetairus socius) flock, feeding on biscuit from tourist, Etosha N.P. Namibia

Background imageSpecies Collection: Cedar waxwing (Bombycilla cedrorum), Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada, North America

Cedar waxwing (Bombycilla cedrorum), Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada, North America

Background imageSpecies Collection: Snowshoe hare (Lepus americanus), Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada, North America

Snowshoe hare (Lepus americanus), Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada, North America

Background imageSpecies Collection: Barn owl (Tyto alba) in captivity, Arizona Sonora Desert Museum, Tucson

Barn owl (Tyto alba) in captivity, Arizona Sonora Desert Museum, Tucson, Arizona, United States of America, North America

Background imageSpecies Collection: Two swift fox (Vulpes velox) kits, Pawnee National Grassland, Colorado

Two swift fox (Vulpes velox) kits, Pawnee National Grassland, Colorado, United States of America, North America

Background imageSpecies Collection: Giant panda (Ailuropoda melanoleuca) at the Panda Bear reserve, Chengdu

Giant panda (Ailuropoda melanoleuca) at the Panda Bear reserve, Chengdu, Sichuan, China, Asia

Background imageSpecies Collection: Galapagos sea lion (Zalophus wollebaeki), Gardner Bay, Isla Espanola (Hood Island)

Galapagos sea lion (Zalophus wollebaeki), Gardner Bay, Isla Espanola (Hood Island), Galapagos Islands, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ecuador, South America

Background imageSpecies Collection: Galapagos land iguana (Conolophus subcristatus), Isla Plaza (Plaza island)

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

Background imageSpecies Collection: Mountain Goat (Oreamnos americanus), Mount Evans, Colorado, United States of America

Mountain Goat (Oreamnos americanus), Mount Evans, Colorado, United States of America, North America

Background imageSpecies Collection: Prehistoric Animals Cp

Prehistoric Animals Cp
Figures of extinct animals in the grounds of the Crystal Palace, Sydenham - a splendid example of Art in the service of Science

Background imageSpecies Collection: Young Dwarf Mongoose (Helogale parvula), Kruger National Park, South Africa, Africa

Young Dwarf Mongoose (Helogale parvula), Kruger National Park, South Africa, Africa

Background imageSpecies Collection: Brown Bear (Ursus arctos horribilis) sow and two cubs, Katmai National Park and Preserve

Brown Bear (Ursus arctos horribilis) sow and two cubs, Katmai National Park and Preserve, Alaska, United States of America, North America

Background imageSpecies Collection: Male lion (Panthera leo), showing tongue, AfriCat Foundation, Okonjima

Male lion (Panthera leo), showing tongue, AfriCat Foundation, Okonjima, Central Namibia, Namibia, Africa

Background imageSpecies Collection: Cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) cub and mother, Masai Mara National Reserve

Cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) cub and mother, Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya, East Africa, Africa

Background imageSpecies Collection: Mother and baby Masai Giraffe (Giraffa camelopardalis tippelskirchi) just days old

Mother and baby Masai Giraffe (Giraffa camelopardalis tippelskirchi) just days old, Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya, East Africa, Africa

Background imageSpecies Collection: Various Bats / Fullarton

Various Bats / Fullarton
Various species of bat : 1 Cayenne 2 Notch-eared 3 + 4 Slender 5 + 6 Rufous bat

Background imageSpecies Collection: Plain-Wanderer

Plain-Wanderer
COLLARED PLAIN WANDERER pedionomus torquatus Only one species is known, and it lives in Australia

Background imageSpecies Collection: Elks in Sweden

Elks in Sweden
A family of Swedish elks grazing (alces malchis) : this is the largest species of deer : it is known as moose in north America

Background imageSpecies Collection: Folklore / Unicorns

Folklore / Unicorns
The figure of the CAMPHUR, an amphibious beast found in Ethiopia, a species of unicorn

Background imageSpecies Collection: Extinct dinornis or moa, aepyornis ingens

Extinct dinornis or moa, aepyornis ingens
An artists impression of how the extinct dinornis or moa (aepyornis ingens), a genus of flightless birds native to Madagascar, might have looked

Background imageSpecies Collection: View of freshwater loch, site of trial Eurasian Beaver (Castor fiber) reintroduction

View of freshwater loch, site of trial Eurasian Beaver (Castor fiber) reintroduction, Loch Coille-Bharr, Knapdale Forest, Argyll, Argyll and Bute, Scotland, August




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"Exploring the Wonders of Species: From Tasmanian Tigers to Fancy Pigeons and Ghost Orchids" The elusive Tasmanian Tiger, also known as Thylacine, captivates our imagination with its mysterious existence in the wild. Albrecht Durer's Rhinoceros painting takes us back in time, showcasing the fascination humans have had for exotic species throughout history. Delve into the world of avian beauty with a glimpse at fancy pigeon breeds that showcase an array of vibrant colors and unique patterns. Dive beneath the surface and discover a mesmerizing selection of fish species, each displaying their own remarkable characteristics and adaptations. London Pride & Gold Rod stand tall among British flora, representing resilience and pride within our diverse plant species. Lady Fern, True Maidenhair, and Holly Fern grace our forests with elegance, reminding us of nature's delicate yet resilient balance between different fern species. The Ghost Orchid (Dendrophylax lindenii), made famous by Susan Orleans' captivating book "The Orchid Thief, " enchants us with its ethereal beauty and rare presence in nature. Observe the intricate side view of Brown Trout (Salmo trutta) as it gracefully navigates through freshwater streams—a testament to nature's stunning biodiversity. British Butterflies flutter through meadows like living rainbows—each species telling a unique story about evolution's artistic touch on Earth's canvas. Charles Darwin immortalized his groundbreaking theories in his evolutionary tree—an awe-inspiring reminder of how all life forms are interconnected through common ancestry. Explore both enchantment and danger as we delve into poisonous plants—nature's way of protecting itself while simultaneously intriguing botanists worldwide. A selection of common British Moths unveils hidden nocturnal wonders—each winged creature boasting distinctive patterns and colors that blend seamlessly with the night sky.