Lepidosauria Collection (page 4)

Rhynchosaurus reptile, fossil skull C016 / 5047
Rhynchosaurus reptile, fossil skull. This specimen is 7.8 centimetres in length. This extinct reptile, which had a parrot-like mouth, lived during the Triassic period

Homoeosaurus maximiliani, lizard fossil C016 / 5039
Homoeosaurus maximiliani, lizard fossil. This sphenodontid lizard dates from the Triassic period. This specimen was discovered at the Litho Stone formation, Kelheim, Germany

Ophisaurus sp. glass snake & Chrysanthemum americanum
Hand coloured etching from The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama islands (1731) Vol. 2 by Mark Catesby. Entitled The Glass Snake

Lizard embryo
Model of a lizard embryo

A Natural History of Jamaica
Tab 274 from A Natural History of Jamaica (1725) by Sir Hans Sloane

Amblyrynchus cristatus
Illustration (p.411) from Charles Darwins Journal of Researches, first illustrated edition 1890

Mamenchisaurus
Living about 150 million years ago the dinosaur Mamenchisaurus was 22 metres long, 4 metres wide and weighed up to 30 tonnes. It is the largest animal ever found in China

Lizard, Sri Lanka
A lizard resting on a fern in Sri Lanka, photographed by Harry Taylor

Python molurus, tiger python
Skeleton of a tiger python (Python molurus) from Southeast Asia, now part of the collections of the Natural History Museum, London

Amblyrhynchus cristatus, marine iguana design
Drawing 23 Vol 1 by Alfred Waterhouse for the ornamentation of panels in windows of first floor south front of the Natural History Museum, London, 1875

Iguana, delundung, racoon and gecko design
Four springers in entrance hall. Drawing by Alfred Waterhouse for the ornamentation of the Natural History Museum, London, 1876

Pogona barbata, bearded dragon
Drawing 362 from the Watling Collection titled Jew Lizard, Bid de wang by Thomas Watling, 1792-1797

Snake and plant design
Drawing by Alfred Waterhouse for the ornamentation of the Natural History Museum, London, 1875-1876. Waterhouse designed the museum in the 1860s, and it first opened its doors on Easter Monday 1881

Telmatosaurus transylvanicus
Fossil remains of the lower part of the jaw once belonging to the dinosaur, Telmatosaurus transylvanicus, Transylvanian marsh lizard discovered by Baron Franz von Nopsca at Hunedoara, Romania

Morelia spilota, diamond python
Watercolour 40 by the Port Jackson Painter from Banks Manuscript 34, (c. 1790)

Trimeresurus albolabris, bamboo pit viper
Photograph of a bamboo pit viper (Trimeresurus albolabris) wrapped around a tree branch

Chamaeleo jacksonii, Jacksons chameleon
Jacksons chameleon specimen in spirit jar held in the Darwin Centre at the Natural History Museum, London. This image is on display in the link corridor from the Life Galleries to the Darwin Centre

Calotes calotes, agamid lizard
This agamid lizard is very common in gardens of the wet zone in Sri Lanka

Ortocryptis weigmani, lizard
A young lizard. This lizard is widely distributed in the forested parts of the lowlands, Sri Lanka

Philothamnus irregularis, western green snake
Western Green Snake specimen in spirit jar held in the Darwin Centre at the Natural History Museum, London. This image is on display in the link corridor from the Life Galleries to the Darwin Centre

Bungarus fasciatus, banded krait (top)
LS Plate 109 from the John Reeves Collection of Zoological Drawings from Canton, China 1774-1856

LS Plate 105 from the John Reeves Collection (Zoology)
LS Plate 105 from the John Reeves Collection of Zoological Drawings from Canton, China 1774-1856

LS Plate 108 from the John Reeves Collection (Zoology)
LS Plate 108 from the John Reeves Collection of Zoological Drawings from Canton, China 1774-1856

Homoeosaurus maximiliani
A fossil specimen of Homoeosaurus maximiliani, a Sphenodontid lizard which dates back to the Triassic period. This specimen was discovered at the Kimeridgian Lithographic stone, Kelheim, Bavaria

Plate 99 from the John Reeves Collection (Zoology)
Plate 99 from the John Reeves Collection of Zoological Drawings from Canton, China 1774-1856

LS Plate 104 from the John Reeves Collection (Zoology)
LS Plate 104, snakes illustration from the John Reeves Collection of Zoological Drawings from Canton, China 1774-1856

Watling Drawing 194
Caption describing a lizard in New South Wales, Australia

LS Plate 107 from the John Reeves Collection (Zoology)
LS Plate 107 from the John Reeves Collection of Zoological Drawings from Canton, China 1774-1856

Adriosaurus suessi
Neocomian fossil lizard from the Isle of Lesina, Dalmatia

Ardeosaurus brevipes, a Jurassic lizard
A cast of the type skeleton of Ardeosaurus brevipes a fossil reptile from the Lithographic Limestone, Kimmeridgian, Workerstzell, Bavaria, Germany. Dating back the Upper Jurassic period about 150 mya

Plate 101 from the John Reeves Collection (Zoology)
Plate 101 from the John Reeves Collection of Zoological Drawings from Canton, China 1774-1856

LS Plate 110 from the John Reeves Collection (Zoology)
LS Plate 110 from the John Reeves Collection of Zoological Drawings from Canton, China 1774-1856

Sharovisaurus karatauensis
Fossil lizard from Kara Tau, Kasakhstan, USSR. Cast

Tyrannosaurus rex teeth
Partly grown tooth in centre shows serrated edges which helped cut through mrat fibres. Fully grown tooth on right shows some worn serrations near the tip

LS Plate 106 from the John Reeves Collection (Zoology)
LS Plate 106 from the John Reeves Collection of Zoological Drawings from Canton, China 1774-1856

Plate 104 from the John Reeves Collection (Zoology)
Plate 104 from the John Reeves Collection of Zoological Drawings from Canton, China 1774-1856

From M. G. Perecca to G. A. Boulenger
A letter from M.G. Perecca to G.A. Boulenger featuring an illustration of a chameleon. 27 January 1906. DF 235/18/6/38

Varanus salvator, water monitor
Photograph of a mounted water monitor lizard (Varanus salvator) specimen from the collections of the Natural History Museum, London

Rhynchosaurus skull
This skull measuring 78mm belongs to an extinct genus of reptile called Rhynchosaurus. It lived during the Triassic period and fossils have been found in Africa, Europe and Brazil

Columber kargi

Plate 100 from the John Reeves Collection (Zoology)
Plate 100 from the John Reeves Collection of Zoological Drawings from Canton, China 1774-1856

Asps design
Drawing by Alfred Waterhouse for the ornamentation of the Natural History Museum, London, 1875-1876. Waterhouse designed the museum in the 1860s, and it first opened its doors on Easter Monday 1881

Passenger pigeon design
Drawing by Alfred Waterhouse for the ornamentation of the Natural History Museum, London, 1875-1876. Waterhouse designed the museum in the 1860s, and it first opened its doors on Easter Monday 1881

Phyllurus platurus, leaf-tailed gecko

Reptilia (class), snake
Watercolour 57 by the Port Jackson Painter from Banks Manuscript 34, (c. 1790)

Clemmys guttata, spotted turtle

Calotes versicolor, agamid lizard
This agamid lizard is a common species in the lowlands of Sri Lanka, particularly in the drier parts of the island

Dactylioceras commune, ammonite
This shows a Lower Jurassic snakestone from Whitby, Yorkshire, UK where a snakes head has been carved onto the ammonite

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Lepidosauria, a fascinating group of reptiles that includes the mighty Komodo Dragon -Varanus komodoensis-, can be found in the enchanting Rinca Island within the breathtaking Komodo National Park, Indonesia. As we delve into the world of Lepidosauria, let your imagination take flight with a fantasy illustration featuring mesmerizing marine reptiles gliding through crystal-clear waters. Step back in time and marvel at the lifelike Crystal Palace Dinosaur Models, which bring these ancient creatures to life before your eyes. From the elegant Ahaetulla prasina, also known as the Short-nosed vine snake, to the graceful Ptychozoon kohli or flying gecko, Lepidosauria showcases an incredible diversity of species. Among them is Sceloporus asper, commonly known as spiny lizard. Its intricate scales and vibrant colors make it a true wonder of nature. Meanwhile, Mosasaur: Platycarpus ictericus takes us on an underwater journey where this prehistoric sea creature reigns supreme. Intriguingly enough, even within their own ranks there are tales of conflict and defense mechanisms. Witness one such moment captured in time – an unsuspecting intruder being swiftly ejected by a member of Lepidosauria's elite. Venturing further into this captivating realm brings us face-to-face with Bungarus fasciatus or Banded Krait. This venomous serpent commands respect with its striking appearance and potent venom. For those who appreciate historical treasures from centuries past, Plate 102 from the John Reeves Collection (Zoology) offers a glimpse into early studies on these remarkable reptiles. Additionally, Albertus Seba's meticulously crafted snake skeleton serves as a testament to mankind's enduring fascination with Lepidosauria throughout history.