Eutheria Collection (page 3)

George in the entrance, April 1927, the Natural History Mus
The removal of George the African elephant from the Central Hall in April 1927 for remounting

Ursus arctos -Brown bear- Slovenia

Game feeding in winter, many deer and roe deer, three foresters brought hay with sledge, Harz mountains, Germany
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A working elephant is tied to a palm tree, India, Historic, digital reproduction of an original 19th century painting
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Tiger Hunt from the Elephant, India, Historic, Digital Reproduction of an Original 19th century Artwork
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Prionailurus bengalensis, Leopard cat
Watercolour from John Reeves Collection; c.1820s Date: 1820

Wallaces Orang Utan
Pongo pygmaeus, bornean orangutan specimen. An Alfred Russel Wallace specimen

Megalomys desmarestii, antillean giant rice rat. Catalogue number NHM 1850.11.30.6

Oligoryzomys victus, St. Vincent pygmy rice rat (holotype). Catalogue reference NHM 1897.12.26.1)

The Avalanche
Plate 20 taken from The Life and Habits of Wild Animals, illustrated withdesigns by Joseph Wolf, London 1874

Davallia canariensis (L. ) Sm. hares foot fern
Sketch 18, Newfoundland Volume. From a collection of original drawings and sketches by Georg Dionysius Ehret (1708-1770). Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Ceratotherium simum, white rhinoceros
White rhinoceros. Sketch 121 from a collection of original sketches by Thomas Baines, (1859-1871)

Capparis canescens, dog capers
Outline drawing by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage across the Pacific, 1768-1771

Antelope
Ff. 24. Drawing by George Forster (1754-1794), made during Captain James Cooks second voyage of discovery, 1772-1775

Engraved mammoth tusk
Mammoth tusk engraved of Grevettian age. 25, 000 - 30, 000 years ago during the Upper Palaeolithic and within the great Stone Age from Dolni Vestonice, Moravia, Czech Republic

Mountain Zebra (Equus zebra) pair, Bontebok National Park, South Africa, South Africa

African Elephant (Loxodonta africana) mother and calf silhouetted at sunset, Kenya

Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins & giant Elk model
Image is believed to have been taken during this work in Central Park, New York

Model of the Ilford Mammoth
A model of the woolly mammoth found at Ilford, Essex, England, held by Fossil Mammals, Palaeontology

Andrewsarchus mongoliencis, Skull cast
Cast of the only known cranium of Andrewsarchus mongoliensis from the Eocene of Irdin Manha, China (original is in the AMNH)

Barbary lion skull
Oldest UK skull of a North African Barbary lion, Panthera leo leo, dated to 1280-1385. The lion was part of the royal zoo in the Tower of London 700 years ago

Prionailurus bengalensis, Leopard cat
Fishing cat (Felis viverrina), c.1820. Watercolour on paper, 547 x 440 mm. From the Hardwicke Drawings Collection - Artist unknown

Anarhichas lupus, wolf eel
The skull of a wolf eel (Anarhichas lupus) whose teeth are specially adapted for crushing and eating spiny sea urchins. The wolf eel is native to British waters

Pipistrellus sturdeei, Sturdees pipistrelle
A rare specimen of a Bonin pipistrelle, a slightly immature female, preserved in spirit and held by the Natural History Museum

Homo erectus cranium casts Peking Man & OH9
Left: This skull is a reconstruction based upon evidence discovered at locality 1, Zhoukoudian Cave which date back 500, 000 years

Homo erectus (or Homo ergaster), Turkana boy (KNM-WT 15000)
A replica of the fossil cranium (with reconstruction) that once belonged to a male Homo erectus aged 9 to 12 years old when he died

Odontaspis robusta, sand tiger shark teeth
Odontaspis robusta from the Early Eocene rocks of Abbey Wood, Kent. Anterior teeth (tall, slender) and lateral teeth (triangular) are shown

Tragulus javanicus, lesser mouse-deer
Plate 103 from the Loten Collection (1754-57), a painting by Pieter Cornelius de Bevere (1722-c. 1781). See image reference 6373 for manuscript relating to image

Homo erectus, Java Man cranium (Sangiran 17)

Melogale moschatta, Chinese ferret badger
LS Plate 76 of the John Reeves Collection of Zoological Drawings from Canton, China, 1774-1856

Prosopocoilus confucius (Hope), stag beetle
Detail of a stag beetle (Prosopocoilus confucius) native to N. India, China and southeast towards Vietnam

Occipital bone of horse skull (Arab racing pony, NHM reference NHMADAR.H40)

Delphinus doris, plate 20
Illustration of the skull of Delphinus doris taken from The Lizards of Australia and New Zealand by John Edward Gray (1800-1875)

Lucanus cervus Linnaeus, stag beetle
Classis I Tab V from Insecten-Belustigung 1746-61, Volume 2 by August Johann R� von Rosenhof (1705-1759)

Tolypeutes tricinctus, Brazilian three-banded armadillo
Specimen from The Natural History Museum, London

Aegyptopithecus zeuxis
Illustration of an Egyptian Ape by Maurice Wilson. The forerunners of both monkeys and apes. These small arboreal primates lived 35-32 million years ago in the tropical rain forests of northern Egypt

Mick the Miller, greyhound
Photograph of Mick the Miller, the famous racing greyhound. Specimen on display at the Natural History Museum at Tring

Monachus tropicalis, Caribbean monk seal
A drawing of the lateral view of Phocid skeleton. Figure 7 from Seals of the World by Judith E. King. Published by The British Museum of Natural History, 1964

Cephalopina titillator, camel nasal botfly larvae
Specimen of a camel nasal botfly (Cephalopina titillator) larvae collected from a camels nostrils, Chad, Africa. Photographed by Martin Hall

Ateles paniscus, black spider monkey
Portrait of a red faced black spider monkey, native to the Amazon forest of Brazil. Photographed by Frank Greenaway

Pongo pygmaeus, orangutan
Portrait of a female orangutan, native to the Islands of Java, Sumatra and Borneo. Photographed by Frank Greenaway

Sea Otter (Enhydra Lutris) Female With Pup In Prince William Sound Near Cordova, Alaska

African Elephant (Loxodonta africana) orphan, Natumi, charging and playing in mud bath, David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, Tsavo East National Park, Kenya

Nathan Natty, 1st Baron Rothschild
Liberal politician, banker, philanthropist and father of Walter Rothschild, he built what became the Walter Rothschild Zoological Museum

The comparative sizes of extinct animals
Printed poster, unknown author

Pen & ink sketch, Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins
Original artwork by Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins, donated by his granddaughter Mary Hawkins

Reindeer antler from Neschers
This reindeer antler from Neschers in France is engraved with a stylised horse. It was created by early humans and found between 1830 and 1848. Date: 1830

Dwarf Zebu bull, Gambier Bolton
Dwarf Zebu Bull photogrpaph by Gambier Bolton, F Zs 553, held at The Natural History Museum at Tring

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Eutheria, the diverse group of mammals that includes humans, has fascinated scientists and researchers for centuries. From the groundbreaking discoveries of Mary Anning in the early 19th century to the remarkable findings of Australopithecus afarensis (AL 288-1), also known as Lucy, our understanding of eutherian evolution has greatly expanded. One intriguing aspect is the concept of sensory homunculus, a representation of how our brain perceives different body parts based on their sensitivity. This visual depiction allows us to comprehend how certain areas have heightened or diminished sensory capabilities. Speaking of Lucy, her well-preserved hominid crania provided invaluable insights into human ancestry. As one of our earliest ancestors, Australopithecus afarensis played a crucial role in shaping our evolutionary history. Intriguingly, Lord Walter Rothschild's zebra-drawn trap showcased not only his eccentricity but also highlighted mankind's fascination with capturing and studying exotic animals from around the world. It serves as a reminder that curiosity knows no bounds when it comes to exploring Earth's biodiversity. Moving beyond primates and towards other members of Eutheria, Ballyregan Bob - a legendary greyhound - captured hearts with his exceptional speed and agility. His athletic prowess exemplified how selective breeding can shape specific traits within domesticated animals. The majestic Indian elephant photographed circa 1898 reminds us of these gentle giants' significance in various cultures worldwide. Revered for their intelligence and strength, elephants hold an important place both ecologically and symbolically. Meanwhile, Neofelis nebulosa diardi or clouded leopard showcases nature's artistry through its stunning coat pattern. These elusive felines remind us that beauty exists even in the most remote corners of our planet. Lama pacos or alpacas are another fascinating member within Eutheria known for their luxurious wool fibers prized by many.