Anthozoan Collection (page 5)

Erythrina corallodendron, coral tree
Illustration from Plantarum Horti Medici Amstelodamensis (1706) by Caspar Commelin. Type Specimens of plants named by Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778)

Erythrina indica, Indian coral tree
Illlustration from the Fleming Indian Drawings Collection, 1800. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Streptelasma, coral
A horn coral, the solitary rugosan Streptelasma from the Ordovician of the USA, measuring almost 4 cm in length

Photograph of corals from the Yonge collection
Photograph from the collection of Sir Charles Maurice Yonge (1899-1986) relating to the Great Barrier Reef Expedition (1927-1929), in the Archive of the Natural History Museum, London

Halysites, chain coral
Part of a colony of the tabulate chain coral Halysites from the Silurian of Gotland, Sweden. The visible width of this specimen is 7 cm

Septastraea forbesi, coral
This Pliocene coral from Maryland, USA is 10 cm long and is a fragment of a much larger colony

Erythrina folkersii, coral tree
Photograph of Erythrina folkersii

Acropora, Worn coral
This specimen was collected by Charles Darwin in 1836 from Keeling Atoll, Indian Ocean

Imitation Coral
A piece of imitation coral. In its true state coral is made up of colonies of small organisms called polyps

Notes made by Darwin
On a collection of coral specimens he collected during a study of reefs in 1836 at the Cocos Islands (formerly the Keeling Islands) in the Indian Ocean

Ancient Wrasse - Frontispiece from the Aquarium
Frontispiece from The Aquarium: an unveiling of the wonders of the deep sea by Philip Henry Gosse (1854). Annotated The Ancient Wrasse

Calliactis parasitica, parasitic anemone, Pagurus bernhardus
Plate 4 from The Aquarium: an unveiling of the wonders of the deep sea by Philip Henry Gosse (1854)

Lithostrotion, coral
Shown here is a Carboniferous coral. Corals comprise a soft bodied animal called a polyp. Each polyp inhabits a calcareous skeleton called a corallum

Lonsdaleia, coral
Shown here is the Carboniferous coral, Lonsdaleia. Corals comprise a soft bodied animal called a polyp. Each polyp inhabits a calcareous skeleton called a corallum

Rough and polished coral specimens
Rough and polished pink and white coral specimens held at the Natural History Museum, London

Silurian seascape

Snakelocks Anemone (Anemonia viridis) adult, in rockpool at low tide, Kimmeridge Bay, Dorset, England, march

Giant Green Anemone (Anthopleura xanthogrammica) group, in rockpool at low tide, Third Beach, Olympic N. P
Giant Green Anemone (Anthopleura xanthogrammica) group, in rockpool at low tide, Third Beach, Olympic N.P. Washington State, U.S.A

Gorgonian Sea-fan (Annella mollis) at edge of cave, Farondi Cave, Farondi, Raja Ampat, West Papua, New Guinea, Indonesia

Gem Anemone (Bunodactis verrucosa) adults, group underwater on seabed, Kimmeridge Bay, Dorset, England, may

Daisy Anemone (Cereus pedunculatus)

Gem Anemone (Bunodactis verrucosa) adult, underwater on seabed, Kimmeridge Bay, Dorset, England, may

Beadlet Anemone (Actinia equina) in rockpool at low tide, Brough Head, Mainland, Orkney, Scotland, june

Dahlia Anemone (Tealia felina) Closed / retracted

Beadlet Anemone (Actinia equina) closed, on rocks at low tide, Brough Head, Mainland, Orkney, Scotland, june

Sea pens (Virgularia sp.). The sea pen is a colonial organism related to sea feathers. Photographed in Bali, Indonesia

Porcelain crab (Porcellanella triloba) on a sea pen (Virgularia sp.). The porcelain crab is feeding, using the large feathery appendage (maxilipeds)

SCUBA diving, Indonesia
SCUBA diving. Diver swimming over anthia fish and staghorn coral (acropora sp.) on a reef. Photographed in Indonesia

Organ pipe coral skeleton on a beach
Organ pipe coral (Tubipora musica) skeleton on a sandy beach. Photographed in Indonesia

Porcelain crab on a sea pen
Porcelain crab (Porcellanella triloba) on a sea pen (Virgularia sp.). Sea pens are colonial organisms related to sea feathers. Photographed off Rinca Island, Indonesia

Umbellate tree coral (Dendronephthya mucronata). Photographed in Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Goby on sea pen
Goby (Pleurisicya mossambica) on a purple sea pen (Virgularia gustaviana). Photographed off Rinca island, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Headshield slugs on soft coral
Headshield slugs (Chelidonura amoena) on soft coral. Photographed off Rinca island, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Anthias over a reef. School of mixed anthias feeding over a coral reef. Photographed in Indonesia

Acoel flatworms on soft coral
Acoel flatworms (Waminoa sp. dots) on soft coral. Photographed in Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Anemones. Close-up of Protopalythoa sp. anemones on a reef. Photographed off Rinca Island, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Brittlestars on soft coral
Brittlestars (Ophiothrix sp. spiny) and acoel flatworms (Waminoa sp. red) on soft coral. Photographed off Rinca island, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Sea fan on a reef
Sea fan (order Gorgonacea) on a reef. Photographed off Rinca island, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Redtail butterflyfish and coral. Redtail butterflyfish (Chaetodon collare) swimming over blue coral (Heliopora coerulea) on a reef. Photographed in the Andaman Sea, Thailand

Organ pipe coral on a beach
Organ pipe coral (Tubipora musica) on a sandy beach. The large amount of organ pipe coral present on this beach has given it a pink appearance. Photographed in Indonesia

Brittlestars on sea pen
Brittlestar (Ophiothela sp. spiny) on a purple sea pen (Virgularia gustaviana). Photographed off Rinca island, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Peach anthias and staghorn coral. Male and female peach anthias (Pseudanthias dispar) sheltering amongst staghorn coral (acropora sp.) on a reef. Photographed in Indonesia

Red cheeked anthias and coral. Male and female red cheeked anthias (Pseudanthias huchtii) sheltering amongst sun coral (Tubastrea sp.) polyps on a reef. Photographed in Indonesia

Tube anemone. Cerianthus filiformis tube anemone amongst corals on a reef. Tube, or cylinder, anemones are anthozoans that look very similar to sea anemones, but belong to a different subclass

Organ pipe coral (Tubipora musica). Photographed in Indonesia

Brittlestar on soft coral
Brittlestar (Ophiothrix sp. yellow) on leather coral. Photographed off Rinca island, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Longnose hawkfish (Oxycirrhites typus) on gorgonian coral. Photographed off Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

Hydroid crab on a seasquirt (blue). The hydroid crab (Hyastenus bispinosus) has decorated its body with hydroid (Hydrozoa) polyps

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Anthozoans, a diverse group of marine animals, encompassing sea anemones and corals, have captivated scientists and nature enthusiasts for centuries. This captivating Coral Gallery from 1895 showcases the stunning beauty and intricate structures of these remarkable creatures. In this mesmerizing collection, we encounter a plethora species that inhabit different corners of our planet. From the Caiman crocodilus crocodilus in South America to the Anilius scytale found in Sri Lanka's tea estates, their presence is truly global. Amongst them are Bunodes ballii and Sagartia coccinea - two enchanting sea anemones that grace us with their vibrant colors and delicate tentacles. Their ethereal beauty is further accentuated by Phellia brodricii and Caryophyllia clavus, showcasing the diversity within this fascinating group. As we delve deeper into this gallery, we stumble upon Syringopora - a fossil coral that takes us back millions of years to witness the evolution of these ancient organisms. Its intricate patterns serve as a reminder of Earth's rich history. Sagartia sphyrodeta stands out among its counterparts with its unique appearance and distinctive characteristics. This particular sea anemone leaves onlookers awestruck with its striking features. Lastly, Fungia coral adds another layer to this captivating display. Its disc-shaped structure creates a mesmerizing spectacle reminiscent of underwater gardens flourishing beneath turquoise waters. This Coral Gallery not only showcases the breathtaking beauty but also highlights the importance of preserving these fragile ecosystems. As climate change threatens their existence today more than ever before, it becomes imperative for us to protect these anthozoans' habitats so future generations can continue marveling at their splendor. Let us be inspired by this timeless collection as we strive towards conservation efforts that will ensure our oceans remain teeming with life for years to come.