Algae Collection

Art of Diatom algae (from Ernst Haeckel)
Diatoms. Computer-enhanced engraving of assorted species of diatom. Diatoms are a group of single- celled algae. The two main morphological types of diatom are represented here

Pressed seaweed specimens C016 / 6127
Pressed seaweed specimens collected by women living in Jersey during the 1850s and 1860s

19th-century alga cyanotype. Cyanotype of the algae Chylocladia kaliformis, as produced by British botanist Anna Atkins (1799-1871). Chylocladia is a seaweed found in European seas and oceans

Algues - algae
Illustration of many varieties of algae. Date: 1930

Black truffle, Tuber melanosporum (Tuber cibarium, Tartufo commestibile, Lycoperdon tuber). Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze

Weedy seadragon (Phyllopteryx taeniolatus) male carries eggs through a kelp forest (Macrocystis pyrifera) in Tasmania, Australia. Tasmania is the only part of Australia with giant kelp forests

Rye Beach, New Hampshire Postcard. ca. 1903, Rye Beach, New Hampshire Postcard

19th-century alga cyanotype. Cyanotype of the algae Cystoseira fibrosa, as produced by British botanist Anna Atkins (1799-1871)

Plants / Algae
FRESH-WATER ALGAE various species

Schizonema Smithii, ca. 1853. Creator: Anna Atkins
Schizonema Smithii, ca. 1853

Dictyota dichotoma
Cyanotype photograph by Anna Atkins, one of the first natural history photographers. From British Algae: Cyanotype Impressions, 1853. Date: 1853

Diatom, SEM
Diatom. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a Stephanopyxis sp. diatom. Diatoms are single-celled photosynthetic algae, of which there are about 100, 000 species

Diatom, SEM
Diatom. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a Triceratium morlandii diatom. Diatoms are single-celled photosynthetic algae, of which there are about 100, 000 species

Undersea exploration in 16th-century Europe
Underwater diver and man-at-arms, France, 1532. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th century illustration

Discosphaera tubifera, coccolithophore
Scanning electron microscope (SEM) showing the unicellular planktonic algae Discosphaera tubifera from the North Atlantic surrounded by a sphere of calcite plates - coccoliths

Calcareous phytoplankton, SEM
Calcareous phytoplankton. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the external mineralised structures (coccospheres) of small marine algal organisms called coccolithophores

Fucus bulbosus, kelp
Plate 161 from Fuci, or coloured figures and descriptions of the Plants referred by botanists to the genus Fucus (1808-1819), Volume III, by Mary Dawson Turner

Microcystis blue-green alga
Blue-green algae. Coloured transmission electron micrograph of a single cell of the blue-green algae Microcystis aeruginosa (also known as Anacystis cyanea)

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Tourists on the boardwalk around the Grand Prismatic Spring, Midway Geyser Basin, Yellowstone National Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Wyoming, United States of America, North America

Pentire Point, Polzeath, Cornwall, England, UK

Fucus radiatus, kelp

Diatom alga, SEM
Diatom. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the surface of the mineralised cell wall (frustule) of an unidentified diatom. This is a planktonic unicellular alga

Water fleas (Daphnia sp. ) and a green algae (Volvox aureus) in water from a garden pond
Water fleas (Daphnia sp.) and a green algae (Volvox aureus) in water from a garden pond. Derbyshire, UK. September. Digital composite

Patterns made in sand by Mint-sauce worms (Symsagittifera roscoffensis / Convoluta roscoffensis) sunbathing at low tide to allow the symbiotic algae to photosynthesise

UTAH. USA. Mount Magog reflected in White Pine Lake at sunrise. Bear River Range. Wasatch-Cache National Forest

Marine plants, leaves and seaweed, coral
Collection of marine plants, leaves and seaweed, coral

Carp (Cyprinus carpio) in oxbow lake of the Aare River, Switzerland

Ewens Ponds, spring fed limestone ponds at the Ewens Ponds Conservation Park, South Australia, Australia March 2015. Photographed for The Freshwater Project

Cup lichen (Cladonia floerkeana)
Lichen fruiting bodies (red). This lichen species is Cladonia floerkeana, found on heaths and moorlands. Lichens are formed from a symbiotic association between a fungus and an alga

Dried seaweed, Puerto Montt, Los Lagos Region, Chile

Waterfall near the Old Man of Storr on the Isle of Skye, Inner Hebrides, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Plankton, artwork C016 / 3447
Plankton. Artwork of plankton as viewed under a magnifying glass

SEM of diatoms and blue-green algae
Diatoms & blue-green algae. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of groups of Navicula sp. diatoms (brown). Also seen in the image are strands of blue-green algae (blue)

Macrocystis pyrifera, giant kelp
Giant kelp, also known as kelp forest, seaweed and sea grass. Specimen annotated as Macrocystis pirifera from South Africa, held at the Natural History Museum, London

Acanthoica acanthifera, coccosphere
Scanning electron microscope (SEM) image of a coccosphere, collected in the North Atlantic (x 25, 000 on negative). Artificially coloured by computer

Coelosphaeridium, calcareous alga

Diatoms
Selected slide of a group of fossil diatoms collected from Bori, Hungary in September 1895 and viewed under the light microscipe using differential interfereance contrast

Fossilised diatoms, SEM

Dinoflagellate plankton, SEM
Dinoflagellate plankton. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the calcareous (calcium-based) test (shell) of a dinoflagellate Calciodinellum sp

Water vole (Arvicola terrestris) in captivity, United Kingdom, Europe

Sandy beach with algae-covered rocks at Balranald, on the west coast of North Uist, Outer Hebrides, Scotland
ROG-13709 Sandy beach with algae-covered rocks at Balranald on the west coast of North Uist, Outer Hebrides, Scotland, UK Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Swarthy Parrotfish - about to bite into a coral polyp. The fish does not devour the coral but the algae that lives in
VT-8716 Swarthy Parrotfish - about to bite into a coral polyp. The fish does not devour the coral but the algae that lives in and on the static animal. Heron Island. Great Barrier Reef. Australia

Cladostephus spongiosus, ca. 1853. Creator: Anna Atkins
Cladostephus spongiosus, ca. 1853

Black and white illustration of Ulva sp. (Sea lettuce)

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

Emiliana huxleyi, coccolith
Scanning electron microscope image of a complete sphere of coccoliths from modern oceans. These are thin calcite shells protecting the coccolithophore within

Lichen (Teloschistes chrysophthalmus) growing on a blackthorn (Prunus spinosa). Lichens are symbiotic organisms formed of a fungus and an alga that mutually benefit one another

Applecross beach, Wester Ross, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

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"Exploring the Intricate Beauty of Algae: From Ernst Haeckel's Art of Diatom Algae to 19th-Century Cyanotypes" Discover the mesmerizing world of algae, as we delve into its diverse forms and captivating allure. Ernst Haeckel's stunning illustrations in "Art of Diatom Algae" showcase the intricate patterns and delicate structures that make these organisms so fascinating. Algues - algae, a term encompassing various species, offer a glimpse into the wonders of marine life. Pressed seaweed specimens C016 / 6127 provide tangible evidence of their existence, preserving their beauty for generations to appreciate. Transporting us back in time, a 19th-century alga cyanotype captures the essence of these ancient organisms. The blue hues evoke a sense of tranquility while reminding us of algae's enduring presence throughout history. Calcareous phytoplankton observed through scanning electron microscopy (SEM) reveals their microscopic intricacies. These tiny calcified organisms play an essential role in marine ecosystems, contributing to both biodiversity and carbon cycling. In the enchanting realm beneath the waves, witness the remarkable sight of a male weedy seadragon carrying eggs through a kelp forest. This awe-inspiring display showcases how algae serves as vital habitat and nourishment for countless marine creatures. Discosphaera tubifera, a coccolithophore with its ornate structure visible under SEM, highlights nature's ability to create intricate masterpieces on even microscopic scales. Such marvels remind us that beauty exists at every level within our natural world. Returning to cyanotypes from Anna Atkins' collection dating back to ca. 1853, we are reminded once again how early pioneers recognized and celebrated algae's aesthetic appeal long before it gained scientific recognition. From Dictyota dichotoma's elegant fronds swaying gently underwater to diatoms observed under SEM revealing their geometric precision, algae showcases the diversity and resilience of plant life in aquatic environments.