Cephalopoda Collection

Giant octopus
Plate 26 from Histoire naturelle des Mollusques by Count Georges Louis Leclerc de Buffon, 1805

Extinct marine reptiles
Sheet 1 of a series of posters called Extinct Animals by Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins c. 1862. This collection of marine reptiles lived during the Jurassic period between 200

Asteroceras, fossil ammonite
A 16 cm diameter specimen of the Jurassic ammonite Asteroceras from the Lower Jurassic of Dorset, England

Octopus
Watercolour 401 by the Port Jackson Painter, from the Watling Collection

RF - Ocellate octopus (Amphioctopus mototi) swimming up from the sea floor. Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia. Lembeh Strait, Molucca Sea

Veined octopus (Amphioctopus marginatus) resting on top of the two halves of an old clam shell on the sandy seabed. These octopus regularly carry pieces of shell so they can use them as protective

Portrait of Bigfin squid (Sepioteuthis lessoniana) hovering in open water above a coral reef at night. Dampier Strait, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia. Tropical West Pacific Ocean

Sir Joseph Banks herbarium and library at Soho Square
Sir Joseph Banks herbarium and part library in his house at 32 Soho Square, London. It remained there until 1827 when it was moved to the British Museum at Montagu House

Squid (Abraliopsis atlantica) deep sea species from Atlantic Ocean off Cape Verde. Captive

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Argonauta hians, brown paper nautilus
A pair of brown paper nautilus (Argonauta hians). This delicate-shelled cephalopod is distributed in warm seas globally

Coconut / Veined octopus (Amphioctopus marginatus) hunts in the sand at night, while illuminated by a divers torch beam, Anilao, Batangas, Luzon, Philippines. Verde Island Passages, Pacific Ocean

Sepia officinalis, cuttlefish, side view

Nautilus pompilius, common nautilus
A section through a common nautilus (Nautilus pompiius) showing the internal divisions into chambers and siphuncles

Mimika bobtail squid (Euprymna morsei), Hokkaido, Japan, Pacific Ocean

Giant pacific octopus (Enteroctopus dofleini) swimming freely after release from captivity, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada, Pacific Ocean

A wide angle macro view of a Veined octopus ( Amphioctopus marginatus) stretching out from its protective den in an old clam shell. Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia. Lembeh Strait, Molucca Sea

Belemnotheutis antiquus, squid
A well-preserved Upper Jurassic squid aged 160 million years. This specimen originates from Christian Malford, Wiltshire

Seven squid and octopuses
Tableau 2 from Albertus Sebas Thesaurus, Vol 3, 1759

Ammonite fossil C016 / 5777
Ammonite (Parkinsonia dorsetensis) fossil. This ammonite has an evolute shell and is displaying complex suture lines. Specimen originates from the Middle Jurassic

Orthocerid hunting trilobites, artwork. Orthocerids are extinct members of the Cephalopoda class of marine animals that include squids, octopuses and nautiloids

Larval Wonderpus octopus (Wunderpus photogenicus) drifting in the open ocean at night off Anilao, Philippines

Firefly squid (Watasenia scintillans) emitting light from photophores, Toyama Bay, Japan. This form of bioluminescence is used as counter illumination camouflage

Bioluminescent Caribbean reef squid (Sepioteuthis sepioidea), St. Vincent, Eastern Caribbean

Giant Pacific octopus (Enteroctopus dofleini) experiencing freedom after release from captivity, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada, Pacific Ocean

Cuttlefish (Sepia officinalis) close up of eye, Tenerife, Canary Islands

Common octopus (Octopus vulgaris) on a coral reef, The Bahamas. August

Veined Octopus, Coconut Octopus (Amphioctopus marginatus, formerly Octopus marginatus), inhabiting discarded bivalve mollusc shells, which it collects and pulls around itself - defense, shelter

Free swimming mimic octopus (Thaumoctopus mimicus). Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia. Lembeh Strait, Molucca Sea

Wonderpus octopus (Wunderpus photogenicus) in its juvenile or larval stage. At this stage it is transparent and drifts in the open ocean as plankton. Anilao, Philippines

Curled octopus (Eledone cirrhosa) swimming over sea floor, South Arran Marine Protected Area, Isle of Arran, Scotland, UK, August

Caribbean reef squid (Sepioteuthis sepioidea) swimming in open water at night, Guadeloupe Island, Mexico. Caribbean

Broadclub cuttlefish (Sepia latimanus) in translucent egg casing on the reef, Philippines, Asia

Veined octopus (Amphioctopus marginatus) between clam shell halves. Ambon, Maluku Archipelago, Indonesia. Banda Sea, tropical west Pacific Ocean

Glass octopus (Vitreledonella richardi). deep sea species from Atlantic Ocean off Cape Verde. Captive

Humboldt squid (Dosidicus gigas) cannibalising another squid of the same species at night off Loreto, Sea of Cortez, Baja California, Mexico, East Pacific Ocean

Squid (Abraliopsis atlantica), with photophores in 6 straight longitudinal rows on mantle visible. They are used to produce bioluminescencent light

Juvenile Squid (Onychoteuthis sp. ) deep sea species from Atlantic Ocean off Cape Verde
Juvenile Squid (Onychoteuthis sp.) deep sea species from Atlantic Ocean off Cape Verde. | Captive

Squid (Histioteuthis sp. ) deep sea species from Atlantic Ocean off Cape Verde. Captive
Squid (Histioteuthis sp.) deep sea species from Atlantic Ocean off Cape Verde. Captive

Pfeffers flamboyant cuttlefish (Metasepia pfefferi) composite image on black background showing colour variations, Puerto Galera, Philippines, Indo-Pacific

Female Day octopus (Octopus cyanea) drifting in the ocean, Hawaii, Pacific Ocean

Oval squid (Sepioteuthis lessoniana) photographed at night, Green Island, Taiwan. Minimum fees apply

Group of Bigfin reef squids (Sepioteuthis lessoniana) swimming at night, Indonesia, Sea of Flores

Bigfin reef squid (Sepioteuthis lessoniana) swimming at night, Indonesia, Sea of Flores

Day octopus (Octopus cyanea) female, in mid-water, Hawaii

Cuttlefish (Sepia officinalis) male hovers over sea oak (Halidrys siliquosa). Babbacombe, Torquay, Devon, England, United Kingdom. English Channel. North East Atlantic Ocean

Caribbean reef squid (Sepioteuthis sepioidea) eating fish at night, portrait. The Bahamas

Giant Pacific octopus (Enteroctopus dofleini) showing arms and suckers, Vernon Rock, Queen Charlotte Strait, British Columbia, Canada. September

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Cephalopoda, the mysterious and captivating creatures of the sea. From the giant octopus to extinct marine reptiles, these animals have fascinated scientists and adventurers alike. Imagine diving into the depths of the ocean and coming face to face with an ancient Asteroceras, a fossil ammonite that once roamed these waters millions of years ago. Or witnessing the mesmerizing sight of an Ocellate octopus gracefully swimming up from the sea floor, its vibrant colors illuminating its path. Octopuses are known for their intelligence and adaptability. Take for instance the veined octopus resting on top of two halves of an old coconut, using it as both shelter and camouflage. These creatures never cease to amaze us with their resourcefulness. Intriguing portraits capture moments in time when a bigfin squid hovers in open water above corals, showcasing its ethereal beauty. And let's not forget about deep-sea species like Abraliopsis atlantica found off Cape Verde in the Atlantic Ocean - they remind us just how diverse our planet truly is. For those seeking adventure, exploring Asia offers encounters with various cephalopods such as cuttlefishes darting through colorful coral reefs or Asian squids gliding effortlessly through azure waters. The Argonauta hians, commonly known as brown paper nautilus, showcases nature's artistry with its delicate shell resembling crumpled paper. It serves as a reminder that even within this group there is immense diversity. Coconut or veined octopuses are nocturnal hunters who venture out into sandy bottoms at nightfall - witnessing one skillfully hunting is like observing a master magician at work. A wide-angle macro view reveals intricate details as a veined octopus stretches itself across rocks or plants underwater – reminding us that beauty can be found even in small-scale wonders. Cephalopoda encompasses all these incredible beings - each with its own unique characteristics and behaviors.