Barnacle Collection (page 6)

Shell - Barnacle (Balus perforatus) with Balanoides & Chthamalus stellatus, Patella vulgata&

Acorn Barnacle (Semibalanus balanoides) mass, exposed at low tide, Brough Head, Mainland, Orkney, Scotland, june

Common Limpet (Patella vulgata) and Acorn Barnacle (Semibalanus balanoides) on exposed rocks at low tide, Bembridge, Isle of Wight, England, june

Goose barnacles on flotsam
Goose barnacles (Lepas sp.) on flotsam. Photographed on a beach in the De Hoop Nature Reserve, in the Western Cape region of South Africa

Goose barnacle, light micrograph
Goose barnacle. Polarised light micrograph of the body of a goose barnacle (Lepas anatifera). The goose barnacle is a Cirripedian crustacean

Boulder on a coastal wave-cut platform at low tide
Wave-cut platform. View of a large boulder on a coastal wave-cut (abrasion) platform at low tide. This virtually smooth marine platform of hard limestone has been cut by the seas waves

Barnacles, 18th century
Barnacles. 18th-century journal page illustrating several rare species of barnacles. A full list of the barnacles is at bottom

Marine life specimens

Acorn barnacle (Balanus balanus). This barnacle is found at depths of up to 60 metres. Photographed in the White Sea, Russia

Whale anatomy. Artworks showing a dead beached whale (top) and its internal anatomy (bottom). Whales are marine mammals that swim using their flippers and tails, and surface to breathe

Southern Right Whale WAT 6750 Eubalaena australis © M. Watson / ARDEA LONDON
WAT-6750 Southern Right WHALE - breaching Baleen whale Eubalaena australis M. Watson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Southern Right Whale WAT 6758 Eubalaena australis © M. Watson / ARDEA LONDON
WAT-6758 Southern Right Whale - head out of water Eubalaena australis M. Watson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Barnacle Goose
BARNACLE GOOSE (Bernicla leucopsis)

Common limpets, dogwhelk and acorn barnacles on a rock at low tide coast near Elgol, Isle of Skye, Western Highlands
SAS-423 Common limpets, dogwhelk and acorn barnacles on a rock at low tide coast near Elgol, Isle of Skye, Western Highlands, Scotland

Acorn barnacles on a rock at low tide coast near Elgol, Isle of Skye, Western Highlands, Scotland, UK
SAS-426 Acorn barnacles - on a rock at low tide coast near Elgol, Isle of Skye, Western Highlands, Scotland, UK semibalanus balanoides Steffen & Alexandra Sailer Please note that prints are for

Common limpets and acorn barnacles on a rock at low tide coast near Elgol, Isle of Skye, Western Highlands, Scotland
SAS-434 Common limpets and acorn barnacles (Semibalanus balanoides) - on a rock at low tide coast near Elgol, Isle of Skye, Western Highlands, Scotland

Rocky Shore Barnacles UK
SPH-1858 Rocky Shore Barnacles UK Chthamalus montagui Steve Hopkin Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Rock Pool - with limpets, barnacles & seaweed. Cornwall, UK
SPH-3094 ROCK POOL - with limpets, barnacles and seaweed Cornwall, UK Steve Hopkin Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Goose Barnacles - Oregon coast, USA _PTL0187
TOM-1085 Goose Barnacles Oregon coast, USA Pollicipes polymerus Tom & Pat Leeson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Goose neck barnacle. Vancouver Aquarium - Canada
WAT-16358 Goose neck barnacle Vancouver Aquarium - Canada Pollicipes polymerus M. Watson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Thatched Barnacles - California
KF-8724 Thatched Barnacles - California Tetraclita squamosa Kenneth W Fink Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Goose Barnacles JLM 6800 Lepas sp. © John Mason / ARDEA LONDON
JLM-6800 GOOSE BARNACLES Lepas sp. John Mason Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Common Goose Barnacle Europe & USA
FG-4735 Common Goose Barnacle Europe & USA Lepas anatifera Francois Gohier Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Barnacles
JLM-12244 BARNACLES Balanus perforatus John Mason Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Common Goose Barnacle - an indicator species for sea acidity levels, which is increasing more rapidly than predicted &
FG-4736 Common Goose Barnacle - an indicator species for sea acidity levels, which is increasing more rapidly than predicted & threatens many coral & larger barnacle species Lepas anatifera Francois

Acorn Barnacles
DU-389 Acorn BARNACLES Balanus balanoides and Gibbula sp. David & Katie Urry Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Adult California gray whale underwater (detail of eye and barnacles). San Ignacio Lagoon, Baja, Mexico
Michael Nolan / SplashdownDirect

Southern right whale (Eubalaena australis) with mouth open skim feeding. South Africa
Tom Walmsley / SplashdownDirect

California Grey whale - Cluster of barnacles( Cryptolepas rhachianecti) on the head of a California Grey whale
FG-eb-62 California Grey whale - Cluster of barnacles( Cryptolepas rhachianecti) on the head of a California Grey whale. Eschrichtius robustus Cyamids or "whale lice" (Cyamus scammoni)

California Gray whale - Cluster of barnacles( Cryptolepas rhachianecti) on the head of a California Grey whale
FG-eb-61 California Grey whale - Cluster of barnacles (Cryptolepas rhachianecti) on the head of a California Grey whale. Eschrichtius robustus Cyamids or "whale lice" (Cyamus scammoni)

California Gray Whale - Close-up of the head, showing the twin blowholes and barnacle colonies
FG-eb-122 California Gray Whale - Close-up of the head, showing the twin blowholes and barnacle colonies. San Ignacio Lagoon, Baja California South, Mexico

California Grey whale Two adults. San Ignacio Lagoon, Baja California South, Mexico
FG-eb-104 California Grey whale Two adults. San Ignacio Lagoon, Baja California South, Mexico Eschrichtius robustus Francois Gohier Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Southern Right Whale Close-up, showing shape of the mouth; and callosities Valdes Peninsula, Patagonia, Argentina
FG-dy-205 Southern Right Whale - Close-up, showing shape of the mouth; and callosities Valdes Peninsula, Patagonia, Argentina Eubalaena australis Francois Gohier Please note that prints are for

California Grey whale: Barnacles, close-up. This species of barnacle, Cryptolepas rhachianecti
FG-7030 California Grey whale: Barnacles, close-up. Eschrichtius robustus This species of barnacle, Cryptolepas rhachianecti

Spontaneous Geese -2
Barnacle Geese have been supposed to grow spontaneously from barnacle shells growing on anatiferous trees : their development is shown here figure 2 of 2

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"Barnacles: Nature's Tiny Architects and Hitchhikers" Barnacles, scientifically known as Cirripedia or barnacles, are fascinating creatures that have captivated scientists and nature enthusiasts alike. These unique marine crustaceans have a remarkable ability to attach themselves to various surfaces, including the bodies of California gray whales. One astonishing sight is the colony of barnacles called Cryptolepas rhachianecti along with Cyamid crustaceans found on the head of a gray whale. In this incredible photo, three species of cyamids, also known as whale lice, can be seen clinging onto the majestic creature. Illustrations showcasing barnacles alongside other marine organisms like horseshoe crabs, shrimp, and crabs highlight their diverse ecosystem interactions, and is intriguing how these small creatures coexist in harmony with larger marine life forms. The close-up image of a California Grey Whale's head reveals blowholes and patches of barnacles in San Ignacio Lagoon located in Baja California South, Mexico. This symbiotic relationship between the whale and its hitchhiking companions showcases nature's intricate balance. In Nakwakto Rapids lies another captivating scene where gooseneck barnacles (Pollicipes Polymerus) thrive amidst kelp forests. The vibrant colors create an enchanting underwater landscape that highlights the beauty within our oceans' depths. However, not all interactions involving they are harmonious. Purple and Ochre sea stars (Pisaster ochraceus) prey on Pacific blue mussels while sharing space on rocky shores. This predator-prey dynamic reminds us that every organism plays a crucial role in maintaining ecological equilibrium. Even historical landmarks bear witness to the significance presence. Barnacle Historic State Park in Miami serves as a reminder of our connection to nature's history through structures like Barnacle House – living proof that humans have long been intrigued by these tiny architects.