Spines Collection

Thorny Devil Near Newhaven Station, Nthn Territory, Australia
DH-3160 Thorny Devil Near Newhaven Station, Nthn Territory, Australia Moloch horridus Don Hadden Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Hedgehog (Erinaceinae), Durham, England, United Kingom, Europe

Triggerfish skeleton, X-ray
Triggerfish skeleton. Coloured X-ray of a triggerfish (family Balistidae). Its name originates from its ability to erect the first two dorsal spines (upper left), which can then lock or unlock

Hadgehog ANZ 452 Ural mountains, Russia Erinaceus auritus © Andrey Zvoznikov / ARDEA LONDON
ANZ-452 HEDGEHOG - close-up of face Ural mountains, Russia Erinaceus auritus Andrey Zvoznikov Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Hedgehog - curled up
JD-16363 HEDGEHOG - curled up in ball Erinaceus europaeus John Daniels Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Torny Devil
JPF-3670 THORNY DEVIL Australia Moloch moloch horridus Jean Paul Ferrero Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Inflated spotted porcupinefish (Diodon hystrix), Maui, Hawaii

Short-beaked echidna (Tachyglossus aculeatus). Francois Peron National Park, Shark Bay, Western Australia. October

Cactus plant with teeth and eyes
Blue cactus plant wearing costume of plastic vampire teeth and bloodshot eyeballs

Prickly pear cactus flowers. This cactus is part of the Opuntia genus, which is found throughout most of the Americas. Cacti are found in arid environments, like the one seen here

Regal Horned Lizard Female, constructing nest. Arizona, USA
CAN-2100 Regal Horned Lizard - Female, constructing nest. Arizona, USA. Phrynosoma solare John Cancalosi Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

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Cactus close up. Date:

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

Euphorbia echinus cactus

Spiny spider, SEM
Spiny spider. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a spiny spider (Gasteracantha sp.), showing its characteristic spines (red) and large mouthparts (grey, centre left)

Stories for Tiny Folk
A selection of spines in bold primary colours taken from the 1920s series of Stories for Little Folk books

Agave on the Bright Angel trail, Colorado, United States of America, North America

An Echidnia walking across a field

Green iguana (Iguana iguana) rear view of basking in sun, Banco Chinchorro Biosphere Reserve, Caribbean region, Mexico, May

Woolly / Spear thistle (Cirsium vulgare) close-up of flower showing unopened flowerhead, Parsonage Down, Wiltshire, UK, June

Book Cafe
Jukyong Park

Book Cafe
Jukyong Park

Book Cafe
Jukyong Park

Syrian Thistle
Tal Paz-Fridman

cactus isolated on white background

Chestnuts from Sweet chestnut tree {Castenea sativa} Redes NP, Asturias, Northern Spain, October 2007

Chocolate labrador retriever after encounter with Porcupine, USA

Cacti in Kew Gardens, London, England

Pachypodium Namaquanum (Wylie ex. Harv.) Well (halfmens), 1778-1786. Creator: Robert Jacob Gordon
Pachypodium Namaquanum (Wylie ex. Harv.) Well (halfmens), 1778-1786. Wellw. The so-called Half-man'; With a detailed study of a closed flower and closed leaf

Monsonia Patersonii or Monsonia sp. 1777-1786. Creator: Robert Jacob Gordon
Monsonia Patersonii or Monsonia sp. 1777-1786. Geranium (Monsonia SP) without flowers or leaves

Don't touch me
Gilbert Claes

Ocean liner three books, Titanic, Californian Hull Down
Ocean liner three books, The Titanic and The Californian 1965 by Peter Padfield, first edition, Hull Down by Sir Bertram Hayes, Harland and Wolff, Shipbuilders to The World

Fragments of Codex Justinianus and Digesta
Ten strips of parchment manuscripts cut to similar size and shape, probably used to reinforce the spines of later bindings. They all appear to be from Justinian's Codex and Digesta

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Lionfish (Pterios sp.), Scuba diving at night at Koh Bon Bay, Similan Islands Underwater Park, Thailand, SE Asia Date: 12/05/2005

Gidgee skink (Egernia stokesii) pair in rock crevice, South Australia
wild, wildlife, scales, closeup, spikes, spines, rock, crack, couple, creature, beautiful, fauna, stone, natural, Kristian Bell Photography, 1348350287

Spotfin Lionfish, Philippines
The toxic spines of this Spotfin lionfish (Pterois antennata) are to be avoided; Philippines

Heart Shaped Cactus Date: 29-03-2021

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European hedgehog, Erinaceus europaeus, on grass fied. European hedgehogs may live to ten years of age, although the average life expectancy is three years

Varieties of sea urchins and spines
Sea urchins with various coloured spines. Sea urchins with red, brown and green spines, edible sea urchin, Echinus esculentus 1, Metalia spatagus with brown spines 6

Notocactus scopa
Victor Mozqueda

Echeveria setosa var. deminuta
Victor Mozqueda

The liar
Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a deer ked (Lipoptena cervi). L. cervi lives as an ectoparasite on deer, moose and other cervids

Bramble Shark Date: 1865

A Hedgehog (Erinaceus roumanicus), before 1584. Creator: Hans Hoffmann
A Hedgehog (Erinaceus roumanicus), before 1584

Giant Pachypodium species. Tsimanampetsotsa National Park, South West Madagascar

Purple sea urchins, California USA

Teazle seed heads

Common Starfish (Asterias rubens) and Common Cockle (Cerastoderma edule) on the beach, The Netherlands, Noord-Holland

Agave cactus close up abstract (Agave sp) Botanical Garden, San Miguel de Allende, Mexico

Sea holly (Eryngium maritimum) growing in sand dune, Menorca, Balearic Islands, Spain, Europe

Love in the mist seed head (Nigella sp. )
Love in the mist seed head (Nigella sp.). The seeds of the plant, known as black cumin, are used as a spice in cookery and also medicinally as a diuretic

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European Hedgehog Erinaceus europaeus curled into protective ball in garden in autumn Norfolk UK

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The spotted porcupinefish, Diodon hystrix, feed primarily at night on hard shelled invertebrates and is also know as the giant porcupinefish, Hawaii

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The yellowspotted burrfish, Cyclichthys spilostylus, is also known as the spotbase burrfish. Photographed at night in the Red Sea, Egypt

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This sailfin tang, Zebrasoma veliferum, was photographed at night in Indonesia

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"Nature's Armor: Exploring the Fascinating World of Spines" Thorny Devil Near Newhaven Station, Nthn Territory, Australia: In the arid outback of Australia, a Thorny Devil proudly displays its intricate spiky armor, perfectly adapted for survival in harsh conditions. Triggerfish skeleton, X-ray: Beneath the shimmering scales lies a mesmerizing network of delicate spines that once protected this triggerfish during its underwater adventures. Hedgehog - curled up: A hedgehog curls into a protective ball, showcasing its adorable yet formidable array of sharp spines that deter any potential threats. Hedgehog (Erinaceinae), Durham, England, United Kingdom, Europe: Found across continents and admired for their prickly charm, this European hedgehog boasts an impressive coat of quills as it explores the English countryside. Hadgehog ANZ 452 Ural mountains Russia Erinaceus auritus © Andrey Zvoznikov / ARDEA LONDON: High up in the Ural Mountains of Russia resides a hedgehog species with uniquely patterned spines—a testament to nature's diversity and adaptability. Torny Devil: The iconic Thorny Devil from Down Under showcases its fearsome spikes and vibrant colors as it roams through the rugged landscapes of Australia's Northern Territory. Inflated spotted porcupinefish (Diodon hystrix), Maui, Hawaii: With an ability to inflate itself like a balloon adorned with sharp spines when threatened by predators or curious onlookers—this porcupinefish is truly one-of-a-kind. Cactus plant with teeth and eyes: Mother Nature's sense of humor shines through as we stumble upon a cactus plant seemingly sprouting teeth and eyes—an imaginative twist on traditional spine-bearing flora. Prickly pear cactus flowers.