Taxonomy Collection (page 7)

Rock dove bird
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Chiff Chaff Willow Warbler
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Orange-legged Hobby bird
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Black kite bird of prey
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Blue titmouse bird
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Long tailed Titmouse bird
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Linaeus in Lapland Dress, c1918. Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778) made an expedition to Lapland, the northernmost region in Sweden, in 1732. From Story-Lives of Great Scientists, by F. J. Rowbotham

Sir J Banks, 19th century. Artist: CE Wagstaff
Sir J Banks, 19th century. Sir Joseph Banks, (1743-1820) was the English naturalist and botanist on Cooks first great voyage (1768-1771) and some 75 species bear Banks name

Dry plants, Agave branches

Parsley or garden parsley (Petroselinum crispum)

Pictorial periodic table. The periodic table shows the chemical elements ordered by atomic number (number of protons in the nucleus)

Male bee head C018 / 3568
Male bee head. Close-up photograph of a male bee head (Megachile lanata). This specimen was found in Hawaii. The species was originally from Africa and has since spread to the Caribbean

Theophrastus, Ancient Greek philosopher
Theophrastus of Lesbos (c.371-c.287 BC), Ancient Greek philosopher. Known as the " father of botany", Theophrastus studied with Plato in Athens

Aristotle studying in his youth. The Ancient Greek philosopher and naturalist Aristotle (384-322 BC) influenced many later thinkers, working in areas such as logic, astronomy, zoology

1849 John Gould artist & ornithologist 1849 John Gould artist & ornithologist
John Gould (14 September 1804 - 3 February 1881). Engraving by T.H. Maguire 1849 as part of the friends of the Ipswich Museum series

Aristotle, caricature
Aristotle. Caricature of the Ancient Greek philosopher and naturalist Aristotle (384-322 BC). Aristotle influenced many later thinkers, working in areas such as logic, astronomy, zoology

Joseph de Tournefort, French botanist
Joseph Pitton de Tournefort (1656-1708), French botanist. In 1683 de Tournefort became Professor of Botany at the Jardin de Roi, Paris

Ruff bird
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Stilt bird
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Avocet bird
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Solitary sandpiper shorebird
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Green Sandpiper shorebird
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Whimbrel shorebird
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Greenshank
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Pine Crossbeak bird
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Twite bird
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Redpoll bird
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Chaff Finch bird
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Mountain Finch bird
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Ortolan bunting bird
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Serin Finch bird
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Mealy Redpoll bird
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Linnet bird
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Garganey Duck Waterfowl bird
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Teal Duck Waterfowl bird
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Entomology, W. Rothschild Zoological Museum
The Museum was bequeathed to the Natural History Museum following Rothschilds death in 1937, along with its unique collections of preserved animals

John Ray (1627-1795) English naturalist born at Black Notley, Essex. Pioneer of plant taxonomy (classification). Engraving by William Elder (1680-1700)

Female bumblebee, Bombus auricomas C018 / 3579
Female bumblebee, Bombus auricomas. This species is native to North America and inhabits urban areas. Photographed by the USGS Bee Inventory and Monitoring Lab

Darkling beetle C018 / 3565
Darkling beetle. Close-up photograph of a darkling beetle head (superfamily: Tenebrionidae). This specimen was found in Maryland, USA

Black horse fly C018 / 4697
Black horse fly (Tabanus atratus), close-up photograph. This specimen was found in Maryland, USA. Photographed by the USGS Bee Inventory and Monitoring Lab: an organisation dedicated to identifying

Female sweat bee head with pollen C018 / 3573
Female sweat bee head with pollen. Close-up photograph of a female sweat bee (Halictus ligatus) covered in pollen. This specimen is native to North America and was found in Pennsylvania

Planthopper C018 / 4803
Planthopper (Rhynchomitra sp.), close-up photograph. This specimen was found in Maryland, USA. Photographed by the USGS Bee Inventory and Monitoring Lab: an organisation dedicated to identifying

Hoverfly C018 / 4696
Hoverfly (Helophilus sp.), close-up photograph. This specimen was found in Maryland, USA. Photographed by the USGS Bee Inventory and Monitoring Lab: an organisation dedicated to identifying

Sharpshooter C018 / 4810
Sharpshooter (Oncometopia orbona), side view photograph. This specimen was found in Maryland, USA. Sharpshooters belong to the leafhopper family of insects

Japanese beetle C018 / 3566
Japanese beetle (Popillia japonica), close-up photograph. This species originates from Japan but has become a serious pest of plants in the USA

Ground cricket C018 / 4690
Ground cricket, close-up photograph. This specimen (unknown species) was found in Maryland, USA. Photographed by the USGS Bee Inventory and Monitoring Lab: an organisation dedicated to identifying

Female mason bee C018 / 3588
Female mason bee (Osmia texana). Side view photograph of a mason bee. This specimen is native to North America and feeds only on thistle plant pollen and nectar

Hoverfly C018 / 4692
Hoverfly (Eristalis sp.), close-up photograph. This specimen was found in Maryland, USA. Pollen can be seen on the back of the hoverfly

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Taxonomy, the science of classification, unveils the intricate web of life on our planet. Just as the standard periodic table categorizes elements based on their properties, taxonomy organizes living organisms into distinct groups. From the majestic Yellow Hammer bird to the fierce Sparrow Hawk bird of prey, each species finds its place in this systematic arrangement. Similar to how elements are grouped by type in the periodic table, birds too can be classified based on their characteristics. The Belted kingfisher with its vibrant plumage and impressive diving skills stands alongside the agile Nuthatch and its unique ability to move headfirst down tree trunks. Delving deeper into history, we find a plate dated 1793 that showcases early attempts at taxonomy. Even Aristotle himself contributed to this field centuries ago with his observations and classifications of various species. One significant milestone came in 1807 when Linnaeus introduced a plant sex system, revolutionizing our understanding of reproductive mechanisms within plants. This breakthrough further highlighted how taxonomy extends beyond just animals. The Hobby small falcon bird of prey takes flight alongside other avian wonders like the Egyptian Nightjar and Swallow-tailed Kite. Each one possesses distinctive features that make them perfectly adapted for survival in their respective habitats. Intriguingly complex yet beautifully organized, taxonomy allows us to unravel nature's secrets while appreciating its diversity. As we continue exploring Earth's biodiversity through taxonomic studies, we gain invaluable insights into our own existence within this vast tapestry of life.