Marine Biology Collection

Roman seafood mosaic. Mosaics consist of small pieces of coloured glass or stone, used to form an image or pattern on a floor or wall

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

Nudibranch (Gymnodoris aurita). Nudibranchs are shell-less marine molluscs that live in seas around the world. Here the external gills (top) can be seen which give the nudibranch its name

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

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

Seahorse skeleton. Coloured x-ray of a seahorse (Hippocampus sp.). Seahorse populations are under threat due to the fishing industry

Arabian Picasso triggerfish (Rhinecanthus assasi). The Arabian Picasso triggerfish is found in shallow, sandy areas of coral reefs in the western Indian Ocean

Green turtles (Chelonia mydas) resting on the seabed. This turtle is found in warm tropical waters. It is herbivorous and feeds on algae and sea grasses

Lionfish on a reef
Lionfish (Pterois volitans) hunting smaller fish on a coral reef. The lionfish is a predator, often hunting in groups. It uses its widespread fins to force prey, mostly smaller fish

Bluecheek butterflyfish (Chaetodon semilarvatus). Pair of bluecheek butterflyfish on a coral reef. This fish is also known as the golden butterflyfish and masked butterflyfish

Starfish on a beach
Starfish washed up on a pebble beach. Starfish, also known as sea stars, are a type of marine invertebrate. They have typical radial symmetry, with five arms branching off a central region

Arabian Picasso triggerfish (Rhinecanthus assasi). Photographed in the Red Sea, Egypt

Manta ray (Manta birostris). This is the worlds largest ray. It can reach a total length of around eight metres and weigh up to 3, 000 kilograms

Green turtles mating. The green turtle (Chelonia mydas) is critically under threat of extinction and is a protected species. Photographed off Sipadan, Sabah, Malaysia

Jelly fish, artwork
Jelly fish (Leonura terminalis). Historical artwork of a deep sea jelly fish observed by Ernst Haeckel during an expedition on HMS Challenger (1873-1876)

Warm seas surround remote limestone islands in Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This area is known as the Coral Triangle due to its high marine biodiversity

Megaptera novaeangliae, Humpback Whale breaching

Megaptera novaeangliae, Humpback Whale, side view

Doryaspis swim amongst a bed of Anthozoa
8-inch-long jawless fish of the genus Doryaspis swim amongst a bed of Anthozoa of the order Actiniaria (AKA sea anemones) 410 million years ago in what is today the Svalbard archipelago in Norway

Atlantic lobster (Homarus americanus). This lobster is found on the Atlantic coast of North America, and it is also known as the American lobster

School of barracuda
A tornado of barracuda, Sphyraena qenie. Photographed off Sipadan island, Sabah, Malaysia

Striped Burrfish on caribbean reef

Mantis shrimp (Odontodactylus scyllarus) crawling on the seabed. Despite its name this is neither a mantis or a shrimp, instead being a crustacean only distantly related to the true shrimps

Yellowfin tuna. School of yellowfin tuna (Thunnus albacares). This fish is found in tropical and subtropical waters around the world

Manta rays (Manta birostris). This is the worlds largest ray. It can reach a total length of around eight metres and weigh up to 3, 000 kilograms

An endemic epaulette shark swims across the seafloor of Raja Ampat
An endemic epaulette shark swims across the rubble seafloor of Raja Ampat, Indonesia. This small shark spends most of its time on the bottom of reef environments

Wobbegong shark and cardinalfish, Byron Bay, Australia

A scalloped hammerhead shark swims near Cocos Island, Costa Rica
A scalloped hammerhead shark swims in deep water near Cocos Island, Costa Rica. This remote and beautiful Pacific island is famous for its healthy fish and shark populations

School of green chromis swimming over a couple of green turtles resting on a hard coral reef, Cebu, Philippines

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

Foraminifera, SEM
Foraminifera. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a selection of foraminiferans, including Oolina hexagona (bottom right) and a number of Lagena sp

Wonderpus octopus (Octopus sp.) hunting on the seabed. This octopus changes its body shape and colour to confuse predators

Dugong (Dugong dugong). This aquatic mammal is found in groups throughout shallow waters of the South Pacific and Indian oceans

Spotted dolphins
Atlantic spotted dolphins. Composite image of a pod of Atlantic spotted dolphins (Stenella frontalis) swimming past a gorgonian venus sea fan (Gorgonia flabellum)

Yellowtail butterflyfish (Chaetodon xanthurus) swimming over a coral reef. These fish inhabit shallow waters and feed on algae and small invertebrates

Bigeye scad. School of bigeye scad (Selar crumenophthalmus) fish swimming in mid water. Photographed off Misool, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

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

Queen angelfish and blue tangs
Queen angelfish (Holacanthus ciliaris, yellow tail) with blue tangs (Acanthurus coeruleus) in the background. Photographed off Bonaire Island in the Netherlands Antilles, in the Atlantic Ocean

Giant trevally fish
Giant trevally (Caranx ignobilis) fish. Photographed in the Red Sea, Egypt

Florida manatee swimming. Manatees (Trichechus manatus latirostris) are herbivorous aquatic mammals that inhabit shallow coastal waters and estuaries in the tropical

Marine worms, artwork
Marine worms. Historical artwork of a variety of marine polychaetes, also known as bristleworms. Illustration from The Sea (1869) by Matthias Jakob Schleiden

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

Snowflake blenny C014 / 2886
Snowflake blenny (Salarias ramosus) on a reef. Photographed off Rinca island, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Precious wentletrap sea snail shell C019 / 1323
Precious wentletrap sea snail shell. Shell of a precious wentletrap (Epitonium scalare) sea snail. This species of predatory marine gastropod mollusc is found in the Red Sea

Blue-footed booby courtship display C013 / 7485
Blue-footed booby courtship display. Pair of blue-footed boobies (Sula nebouxii) displaying during a courtship ritual. Photographed on San Cristobal Island, Galapagos Islands

Yellow seahorse (Hippocampus histrix). Photographed in the Andaman Sea, Thailand

Striped eel catfish (Plotosus lineatus). School of juvenile striped eel catfish. These catfish have highly venomous spines and can reach up to 32 centimetres in length

Yellow-back fusiliers (Caesio teres) schooling. These fish live in schools and inhabit coral reefs where they feed on zooplankton. They can reach a length of 40cm

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Dive into the captivating world of marine biology, where ancient Roman seafood mosaics and 19th-century alga cyanotypes unveil the secrets of our vast oceans. From the intricate details captured in Schizonema Smithii by Anna Atkins to the delicate structure of a seahorse skeleton, every creature tells a unique story. Witness the vibrant colors and patterns adorning an Arabian Picasso triggerfish or marvel at the graceful movements of green turtles gliding through crystal-clear waters. Explore coral reefs teeming with life as lionfish gracefully navigate their way among colorful corals, while bluecheek butterflyfish add a touch of ethereal beauty to this underwater paradise. Venture ashore and discover starfish scattered along sandy beaches, reminding us that even in seemingly desolate places, life finds a way. But it is not only on land that nature's wonders unfold; behold the majestic silhouette of a manta ray soaring effortlessly through open waters—a true testament to both grace and power. And amidst this enchanting realm lies one of nature's most intimate moments—the mesmerizing dance of green turtles mating. A symbol of resilience and endurance, these gentle giants remind us that love knows no bounds beneath the waves. Marine biology offers an extraordinary glimpse into Earth's diverse ecosystems—an opportunity to understand and protect these fragile environments for generations to come. So let us embark on this journey together, exploring depths unknown and unraveling mysteries yet untold in pursuit of preserving our precious oceans' treasures.