Chondrichthyes Collection

Greenland shark (Somniosus microcephalus) with parasitic copepod (Ommatokoita elongata), under ice, Lancaster Sound, Nunavut, northern Baffin Island, Canada, Arctic

A split level digital composite showing a Basking shark (Ceterhinus maximus) feeding on plankton around St Michaels Mount, Cornwall, UK. June

RF - Southern stingray (Dasyatis americana) swimming over sand in shallow water at dawn, Cayman Islands, Caribbean Sea

Fish Gallery, September 1890
The Fish Gallery attractions included a 8.5m (28 ft) long basking shark caught near Shanklin, Isle of Wight, and wood from a whaling ship, the Farquharson, pierced by swordfish lances

Hemiscyllium ocellatum, epaulette shark
Ff. 56. Pencil sketch by Herman Dietrich Sporing made during Captain James Cooks first voyage to explore the southern continent 1768-1771

Great hammerhead shark (Sphyrna mokarran) mouth wide open, feeding in shallow water, surrounded by fish. South Bimini Island, Bahamas

Close up portrait of the face of a Nurse shark (Ginglymostoma cirratum) resting on the sand in shallow water. Its barbels are clearly visible on its top lip. South Bimini, Bahamas

Starry smooth-hound shark (Mustelus asterias) resting on seabed, Channel Isles, UK

Giant Manta Ray (Manta birostris), San Benedicto Island, Revillagigedo Archipelago Biosphere Reserve (Socorro Islands), Pacific Ocean, Western Mexico. Vulnerable species

Angular roughshark (Oxynotus centrina) a deepsea species living at 80-300m depth, caught by fishermen and released, Costa Brava, Catalunya, Spain, Mediterranean Sea

Smooth hammerhead shark (Sphyrna zygaena). Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur, Mexico

Roughtail stingray (Dasyatis centura) on sea floor, Tenerife, Canary Islands

Spotted Wobbegong Shark (Orectolobus maculatus) lying in seaweed. Manly, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. Pacific Ocean. November

A shiver of Caribbean reef sharks (Carcharhinus perezi) swim over a coral reef with Common sea fans (Gorgonia ventalina) and sea plumes (Pseudopterogorgia sp)

Whale Shark (Rhincodon typus) passing by baitball, Santa Maria Island, Azores, Portugal, September 2008 Exclusive Japanese calendar rights for 2014

Blue Spotted Stingray (Dasyatis kuhlii, also known as Kuhls Stingray

Sharks teeth
Tooth of an extinct shark (Carcharodon megalodon) on the right, compared with a tooth from a modern Great White shark, (Carcharodon carcharias) on the left

Pair of Caribbean reef sharks (Carcharhinus perezi) swim over a coral reef. Jardines de la Reina, Gardens of the Queen National Park, Cuba. Caribbean Sea

Reef manta rays (Manta alfredi) filter feeding in atoll passes and lagoons Hanifaru Bay, Raa Atoll, Maldives

Squalus maximus, Basking shark taken at Brighton 5 Dec 1812
Watercolour and ink

Illustration of Whale Shark (Rhincodon typus), Rhincodontidae; threatened / endangered species (Wildlife Art Company)

Pelagic thresher shark (Alopias pelagicus) swimming in open ocean, Malapascua Island, Philippines, Pacific Ocean

Spotted eagle rays (Aetobatus narinari) swimming, Hawaii, USA

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

Tonguestone (sharks tooth) with lateral denticles
Tooth of the extinct shark (Lamna obliqua Agassiz). Specimen orgininating from the London Clay (Eocene), Sheppey, Kent

Scyliorhinus canicula, dogfish
Scanning electron microscope (SEM) image of the scales of a dogfish (x 40)

A most stupendous basking shark caught within one league of
Advertising flyer for the public exhibition in London of a basking shark caught in Brighton

Tasseled wobbegong shark (Eucrossorhinus dasypogon) yawning. Citrus Ridge, Yanggefo Island, Gam Island, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

Spiny dogfish (Squalus acanthias) portrait. Rhode Island, New England, USA. August

Salmon shark (Lamna ditropis). Port Fidalgo, Alaska, USA. July

Spotted eagle ray (Aetobatus narinari) Kicker Rock, San Cristobal Island, Galapagos

Scalloped hammerhead shark shoal (Sphyrna lewini) Wolf Island, Galapagos

Couple of Blue shark (Prionace glauca) and Pilot fish (Naucrates ductor), Pico Island, Azores, Portugal, Atlantic Ocean

Blue shark (Prionace glauca) with fishing hook caught in mouth and Pilot fish (Naucrates ductor), Pico Island, Azores, Portugal, Atlantic Ocean

Face portrait of a Great hammerhead shark (Sphyrna mokarran) off Bimini, Bahamas

Reef manta ray (Manta alfredi) filter feeding on plankton. Madhivafaru Reef, Raa Atoll, Maldives

RF - Oceanic whitetip shark (Carcharhinus longimanus) swims in open waters, close to the surface with sun beams. Egypt. Red Sea. (This image may be licensed either as rights managed or royalty free.)

Smalltooth sand tiger shark (Odontaspis ferox), view from below. El Hierro. Canary Islands

Reef manta ray (Manta alfredi) shoal filter feeding on plankton concentrated by monsoon currents in Raa Atoll, Vandhoo Thila, Maldives. October

Portrait of a large female Reef manta ray (Mobula alfredi) swimming over a coral reef. Misool, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia. Ceram Sea. Tropical West Pacific Ocean

Blue shark (Prionace glauca) with a pair of pilot fish (Naucrates ductor) off Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. July

Pelagic thresher shark (Alopias pelagicus) being cleaned by a bluestreak cleaner wrasse (Labroides dimidiatus) at Monad Shoal off Malapascua Island, Philippines

Silky shark (Carcharhinus falciformis). Cocos Island National Park, Costa Rica

Munks pygmy devil ray / Munks mobula (Mobula munkiana) large school from the air, Baja California, Mexico. Large group gathered possibly for mating purposes

Munks pygmy devil ray / Munks mobula (Mobula munkiana) large school from the air, Baja California, Mexico. Large group gathered possibly for mating purposes

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Chondrichthyes, also known as cartilaginous fishes, are a diverse group of marine creatures that have captured the fascination of scientists and nature enthusiasts alike. From the depths of the ocean to shallow coastal waters, these incredible animals can be found in various habitats around the world. In Greenland's icy waters, a majestic Greenland shark glides through the frigid currents. Adorned with a parasitic copepod clinging to its body, this ancient predator is a true marvel of evolution. At dawn, off the coast of Southern stingray gracefully dances above sandy seabeds. Its sleek body effortlessly cuts through the water as it searches for its next meal. Traveling back in time to September 1890, we find ourselves in a Fish Gallery filled with stunning illustrations capturing the beauty and diversity of chondrichthyes. Among them is an exquisite side view depiction of a small-spotted catshark, showcasing its intricate patterns and unique features. Feeding frenzy ensues as a great hammerhead shark opens its mouth wide while hunting in shallow waters. With razor-sharp teeth exposed and lightning-fast movements, this apex predator strikes fear into its prey's hearts. In Santa Maria Island's crystal-clear waters off Azores Portugal, an awe-inspiring sight unfolds before our eyes. A massive whale shark gracefully passes by a baitball - an aggregation of small fish - creating an extraordinary spectacle that leaves us breathless. Seeking refuge among seaweed beds near Manly Beach in Sydney lies a camouflaged spotted wobbegong shark. Its intricate patterns blend seamlessly with its surroundings – nature's perfect disguise for ambushing unsuspecting prey. Venturing further into San Benedicto Island within Revillagigedo Archipelago awaits another mesmerizing encounter - giant manta rays majestically glide through azure blue waters. Their enormous wingspan commands respect as they navigate their way through their underwater realm.