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1872 1912 Collection

"1872-1912: A Glimpse into the Fascinating World of European Wildlife" Step back in time to the years between 1872 and 1912, when Europe's diverse wildlife thrived

Background image1872 1912 Collection: Mustela nivalis, least weasel

Mustela nivalis, least weasel
Plate from a collection of pencil sketches and watercolour drawings of British mammals c. 1890-1910 by Edward Adrian Wilson (1872-1912)

Background image1872 1912 Collection: Pipistrellus pipistrellus, common pipistrelle

Pipistrellus pipistrellus, common pipistrelle
Plate from a collection of pencil sketches and watercolour drawings of British mammals c. 1890-1910 by Edward Adrian Wilson (1872-1912)

Background image1872 1912 Collection: Sketch of South Trinidad

Sketch of South Trinidad
Within South West Bay with the monument and landing pier, South Trinidad, September 13 1901. Drawing by Edward Adrian Wilson (1872-1912) made during the Discovery Expedition to Antarctica, 1901-1904

Background image1872 1912 Collection: Delphinus delphis, short-beaked common dolphin

Delphinus delphis, short-beaked common dolphin
Plate from a collection of pencil sketches and watercolour drawings of British mammals c. 1890-1910 by Edward Adrian Wilson (1872-1912)

Background image1872 1912 Collection: Myotis mystacinus, whiskered bat

Myotis mystacinus, whiskered bat
Plate from a collection of pencil sketches and watercolour drawings of British mammals c. 1890-1910 by Edward Adrian Wilson (1872-1912)

Background image1872 1912 Collection: Barbastella barbastellus, western barbastelle

Barbastella barbastellus, western barbastelle

Background image1872 1912 Collection: Nyctalus noctula, common noctule

Nyctalus noctula, common noctule
Plate from a collection of pencil sketches and watercolour drawings of British mammals c. 1890-1910 by Edward Adrian Wilson (1872-1912)

Background image1872 1912 Collection: Cervidae (family), deer

Cervidae (family), deer
Balgowan (deer park in Perthshire, Scotland). Plate from a collection of pencil sketches and watercolour drawings of British mammals c. 1890-1910 by Edward Adrian Wilson (1872-1912)

Background image1872 1912 Collection: Lepus europaeus, European brown hare and Mustela nivalis, le

Lepus europaeus, European brown hare and Mustela nivalis, le
Hare and Weasel. Plate from a collection of pencil sketches and watercolour drawings of British mammals c. 1890-1910 by Edward Adrian Wilson (1872-1912)

Background image1872 1912 Collection: Rhinolophus hipposideros, lesser horseshoe bat

Rhinolophus hipposideros, lesser horseshoe bat
Plate from a collection of pencil sketches and watercolour drawings of British mammals c. 1890-1910 by Edward Adrian Wilson (1872-1912)

Background image1872 1912 Collection: Clethrionomys glareolus, bank vole

Clethrionomys glareolus, bank vole
Plate from a collection of pencil sketches and watercolour drawings of British mammals c. 1890-1910 by Edward Adrian Wilson (1872-1912)

Background image1872 1912 Collection: Lepus timidus, Mustela erminea and Mustela nivalis

Lepus timidus, Mustela erminea and Mustela nivalis
Arctic hare, ermine and least weasel. Mountain hare, stoat and weasel. Plate from a collection of pencil sketches and watercolour drawings of British mammals c

Background image1872 1912 Collection: Globicephala melas, long-finned pilot whale

Globicephala melas, long-finned pilot whale

Background image1872 1912 Collection: Lepus timidus hibernicus and Lepus timidus scoticus

Lepus timidus hibernicus and Lepus timidus scoticus
Skins of Irish mountain hare and Scottish mountain hare. Plate from a collection of pencil sketches and watercolour drawings of British mammals c. 1890-1910 by Edward Adrian Wilson (1872-1912)

Background image1872 1912 Collection: Rattus norvegicus, brown rat

Rattus norvegicus, brown rat
Plate from a collection of pencil sketches and watercolour drawings of British mammals c. 1890-1910 by Edward Adrian Wilson (1872-1912)

Background image1872 1912 Collection: Capreolus capreolus, western roe deer

Capreolus capreolus, western roe deer
Plate from a collection of pencil sketches and watercolour drawings of British mammals c. 1890-1910 by Edward Adrian Wilson (1872-1912)

Background image1872 1912 Collection: Martes martes, European pine marten

Martes martes, European pine marten
Plate from a collection of pencil sketches and watercolour drawings of British mammals c. 1890-1910 by Edward Adrian Wilson (1872-1912)

Background image1872 1912 Collection: Orcinus orca, orca

Orcinus orca, orca
Plate from a collection of pencil sketches and watercolour drawings of British mammals c. 1890-1910 by Edward Adrian Wilson (1872-1912)

Background image1872 1912 Collection: Halichoerus grypus, grey seal

Halichoerus grypus, grey seal
Grey seal, Dingle Bay, Ireland, 1905. Plate from a collection of pencil sketches and watercolour drawings of British mammals c. 1890-1910 by Edward Adrian Wilson (1872-1912)

Background image1872 1912 Collection: Rattus rattus, black rat

Rattus rattus, black rat
Detail of plate from a collection of pencil sketches and watercolour drawings of British mammals c. 1890-1910 by Edward Adrian Wilson (1872-1912)

Background image1872 1912 Collection: Mustela erminea, ermine and Oryctolagus cuniculus, European

Mustela erminea, ermine and Oryctolagus cuniculus, European
Stoats attacking rabbit. Plate from a collection of pencil sketches and watercolour drawings of British mammals c. 1890-1910 by Edward Adrian Wilson (1872-1912)

Background image1872 1912 Collection: Phoca vitulina, harbour seal

Phoca vitulina, harbour seal
Plate from a collection of pencil sketches and watercolour drawings of British mammals c. 1890-1910 by Edward Adrian Wilson (1872-1912)

Background image1872 1912 Collection: Micromys minutus, Eurasian harvest mouse

Micromys minutus, Eurasian harvest mouse
Harvest mice. Plate from a collection of pencil sketches and watercolour drawings of British mammals c. 1890-1910 by Edward Adrian Wilson (1872-1912)

Background image1872 1912 Collection: Orcinus orca gladiator, orca gladiator

Orcinus orca gladiator, orca gladiator
Plate from a collection of pencil sketches and watercolour drawings of British mammals c. 1890-1910 by Edward Adrian Wilson (1872-1912)

Background image1872 1912 Collection: Lepus timidus, Arctic hare

Lepus timidus, Arctic hare
Plate from a collection of pencil sketches and watercolour drawings of British mammals c. 1890-1910 by Edward Adrian Wilson (1872-1912)

Background image1872 1912 Collection: Microtus arvalis orcadensis, Orkney vole

Microtus arvalis orcadensis, Orkney vole
Plate from a collection of pencil sketches and watercolour drawings of British mammals c. 1890-1910 by Edward Adrian Wilson (1872-1912)

Background image1872 1912 Collection: Apodemus sylvaticus, long-tailed field mouse

Apodemus sylvaticus, long-tailed field mouse
Illustration from a collection of pencil sketches and watercolour drawings of British mammals c. 1890-1910 by Edward Adrian Wilson (1872-1912)

Background image1872 1912 Collection: Mus musculus, house mouse

Mus musculus, house mouse
Plate from a collection of pencil sketches and watercolour drawings of British mammals c. 1890-1910 by Edward Adrian Wilson (1872-1912)

Background image1872 1912 Collection: Lutra lutra, European otter

Lutra lutra, European otter
Plate from a collection of pencil sketches and watercolour drawings of British mammals c. 1890-1910 by Edward Adrian Wilson (1872-1912)

Background image1872 1912 Collection: Cetacea (order), whale

Cetacea (order), whale
Plate from a collection of pencil sketches and watercolour drawings of British mammals c. 1890-1910 by Edward Adrian Wilson (1872-1912)

Background image1872 1912 Collection: Sciurus vulgaris, red squirrel

Sciurus vulgaris, red squirrel
Red squirrel skins. Plate from a collection of pencil sketches and watercolour drawings of British mammals c. 1890-1910 by Edward Adrian Wilson (1872-1912)

Background image1872 1912 Collection: Neomys fodiens, Eurasian water shrew

Neomys fodiens, Eurasian water shrew
Plate from a collection of pencil sketches and watercolour drawings of British mammals c. 1890-1910 by Edward Adrian Wilson (1872-1912)

Background image1872 1912 Collection: Meles meles, Eurasian badger

Meles meles, Eurasian badger
Plate from a collection of pencil sketches and watercolour drawings of British mammals c. 1890-1910 by Edward Adrian Wilson (1872-1912)

Background image1872 1912 Collection: Nyctalus leisleri, lesser noctule

Nyctalus leisleri, lesser noctule
Plate from a collection of pencil sketches and watercolour drawings of British mammals c. 1890-1910 by Edward Adrian Wilson (1872-1912)

Background image1872 1912 Collection: Sorex araneus, Eurasian shrew

Sorex araneus, Eurasian shrew

Background image1872 1912 Collection: Periphylla periphylla, helmet jellyfish

Periphylla periphylla, helmet jellyfish
Coloured drawing by Edward Adrian Wilson (1872-1912), made on 1 August 1902 during the Discovery Expedition to the Antarctic, 1901-1904. Jellyfish found in the McMurdo Strait

Background image1872 1912 Collection: Leptonychotes weddellii, Weddell seal

Leptonychotes weddellii, Weddell seal
Mother Weddell seal with pup. Folio 1906. Ref. Z88fw. Watercolour by Edward Adrian Wilson (1872-1912) from reports of the Discovery Expedition to Antarctica, 1901-1904. Folio 1906. Ref. Z88fw



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"1872-1912: A Glimpse into the Fascinating World of European Wildlife" Step back in time to the years between 1872 and 1912, when Europe's diverse wildlife thrived. From the elusive Mustela nivalis, also known as the least weasel, to the nimble Pipistrellus pipistrellus or common pipistrelle bat, these creatures enchanted observers with their unique characteristics. Delphinus delphis, commonly called short-beaked common dolphins, gracefully danced through the waves of European waters during this period. Meanwhile, Myotis mystacinus whiskered bats fluttered silently through moonlit nights, showcasing their remarkable hunting skills. On land, Erinaceus europaeus - western European hedgehogs - scurried about forests and gardens with their prickly exteriors providing protection from predators. Meles meles or Eurasian badgers dug intricate burrows beneath ancient trees while coexisting harmoniously with other woodland inhabitants. The enchanting red squirrel (Sciurus vulgaris) darted among branches high above ground level while Lepus europaeus or European brown hares showcased their incredible speed across open fields. Barbastella barbastellus or western barbastelle bats added an air of mystery as they roamed darkened caves and old ruins. And let us not forget about Mustela erminea – ermines – whose stunning white winter coats contrasted beautifully against snowy landscapes during this era. From tiny mammals like weasels and bats to majestic marine creatures like dolphins; from spiky hedgehogs to agile squirrels; Europe's wildlife in 1872-1912 was a tapestry of diversity and wonder that continues to captivate our imaginations today.