Giganteus Collection

Picture No. 11675190
Christmas Tree Worms. Date:

Octopus attacking a ship
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Perentie Monitor, Varanus giganteus, Central Australia Date: 31/05/2006

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Christmas Tree Worm (Spirobranchus giganteus) on Grooved Brain Coral (Diploria labyrinthiformis), Bonaire, Netherlands Antilles, Caribbean Date: 08/11/2011

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Christmas Tree Worm (Spirobranchus giganteus) on Star Coral (Montastraea cavernosa), Bonaire, Netherlands Antilles, Caribbean Date: 08/11/2011

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Australia. Eastern gray kangroo, macropus giganteus. Date: 01/03/2005

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Australia, New South Wales, Murramarang National Park, Flash portrait of Eastern Gray Kangaroo (Macropus giganteus) standing on beach on summer afternoon Date: 17/07/2007

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Australia, New South Wales, Murramarang National Park, Eastern Gray Kangaroo (Macropus giganteus)grooming itself on beach along Tasman Sea on summer afternoon Date: 17/07/2007

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Australia, New South Wales, Murramarang National Park, Eastern Gray Kangaroo (Macropus giganteus) standing on beach on summer afternoon Date: 17/07/2007

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Australia, New South Wales, Murramarang National Park, Eastern Gray Kangaroo (Macropus giganteus) resting along beach on summer afternoon Date: 17/07/2007

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Eastern Grey Kangaroo (Macropus giganteus) jumping, Queensland, Australia Date: 17/06/2006

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A male Grey kangaroos (Macropus giganteus) in field on a station in Queensland, Australia Date: 14/08/2008

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A male Grey kangaroos (Macropus giganteus) in field on a station in Queensland, Australia Date: 14/08/2008

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Forester Kangaroo ( Macropus giganteus tasmaniensis ), Tasman Peninsula, Southern Tasmania, Australia Date: 27/07/2006

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Forester Kangaroo ( Macropus giganteus tasmaniensis ), Tasman Peninsula, Southern Tasmania, Australia Date: 27/07/2006

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Kangaroo, Trial Bay, New South Wales, Australia Date: 02/02/2006

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Kangaroo, Trial Bay, New South Wales, Australia Date: 02/02/2006

Nereids
Leodice antennata, Nereidonta antennata 1, and Eunice sanguinea, Nereidonta sanguinea 2. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali

Reconstruction of an extinct Mastodonsaurus giganteus, Triassic period. Illustration from Wilhelm Bolsches Das Leben der Urwelt, Prehistoric Life, Georg Dollheimer, Leipzig, 1932

Reconstruction of an extinct Pareiasaur, Bradysaurus baini. Illustration from Wilhelm Bolsches Das Leben der Urwelt, Prehistoric Life, Georg Dollheimer, Leipzig, 1932

Skeleton of an extinct Irish elk, Megaloceros giganteus (Cervus giganteus) with human skeleton. After an engraving by William Lizars

Great argus pheasant, Argusianus argus (Argus giganteus). Handcoloured lithograph from Georg Friedrich Treitschkes Gallery of Natural History, Naturhistorischer Bildersaal des Thierreiches, Liepzig

Indian flying fox or Indian fruit bat, Pteropus giganteus. Handcolored engraving by Fournier after an illustration by Oudart from Charles d Orbignys Dictionnaire Universel d Histoire Naturelle

Eulophia bouliawongo orchid (Lissochilus giganteus). Woodcut by Gardchron after an illustration by Worthington G. Smith from Jean Lindens l Illustration Horticole, Brussels, 1888

Giant petrel, Macronectes giganteus (as Precellaria gigantea, error for Procellaria gigantea). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by John Latham from his own A General History of Birds

Kangaroo, Macropus giganteus. Handcoloured lithograph from Carl Hoffmanns Book of the World, Stuttgart, 1857

Great argus, golden pheasant and helmeted guineafowl
Great argus, Argusianus argus 1, golden pheasant, Chrysolophus pictus 2, and helmeted guineafowl, Numida meleagris 3. Handcoloured lithograph from Carl Hoffmanns Book of the World, Stuttgart, 1849

Red kangaroo, eastern grey kangaroo and dusky wallaby
Red kangaroo, Macropus rufus 1, eastern grey kangaroo, Macropus giganteus 2, and dusky wallaby, Thylogale brunii 3. Kanguroo laineux, geant, d Aroe

Giant whip scorpion, beetle and cobweb spider
Giant whip scorpion, Mastigoproctus giganteus, beetle, Theratus species, and cobweb spider, Theridion species. Thelyphone, Themisto, Therate, Theridion

Saguaro cactus, Carnegiea gigantea (Cereus giganteus). Lithograph from Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaires Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe

China pink, Dianthus chinensis, varieties: heddewigii and giganteus. Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaires Flowers of the Gardens and Hothouses of Europe

Exotic cockroaches and stink bugs
Banana cockroach, Panchlora nivea 1, Central American giant cockroach, Blaberus giganteus 2, Egyptian desert cockroach, Polyphaga aegyptiaca

Goliath beetle, Goliathus giganteus. Handcoloured lithograph from John O. Westwoods new edition of Dru Drurys Illustrations of Exotic Entomology, Bohn, London, 1837

Titan and other exotic beetles
Titan beetle, Titanus giganteus 1, Heilipus? scalaris 2, Cosmisoma plumicorne 3, Cyphus 16-punctatus 4, and Solenopus cacicus 5. Handcoloured lithograph from John O

Giant armadillo, Priodontes maximus (Dasypus giganteus). Vulnerable. Illustration by James Basire, engraved by T. Bradley

Siphocampylus giganteus (endangered)
Siphocampylus giganteus, endangered (Gigantic lobelia, Lobelia gigantea). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by F. Sansom Jr

Moa, or Gigantic Dinornis (D giganteus) restored; and Apteryx, A Mantelli (engraving)
2788536 Moa, or Gigantic Dinornis (D giganteus) restored; and Apteryx, A Mantelli (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Moa)

Moa-Birds (litho)
5209882 Moa-Birds (litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Moa-Birds. Dinornis giganteus, Height 12 feet. D elephantopus, A smaller species)

Gallinae, Game Birds (colour litho)
6016763 Gallinae, Game Birds (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gallinae, Game Birds)

Irish Elk, Megaloceros giganteus, extinct species of giant deer from the Late Pleistocene.. Colour printed (chromolithograph) illustration by F

Irish Elk or Giant Deer, Reisenhirsch, Megaceros giganteus.. Colour printed (chromolithograph) illustration by F. John from Tiere der Urwelt Animals of the Prehistoric World, 1910, Hamburg

Picture No. 10884704
Southern Giant-Petrel (Macronectes giganteus) Date:

Perentie, Goanna (Varanus giganteus), Alice Springs, Northern Territory, Australia

Eastern Grey Kangaroo, Aka Great Grey Kangaroo And Forester Kangaroo. From The National Encyclopaedia, Published C.1890

Skeleton Of A Mastodon, An Extinct Mammal Related To The Elephant. From The National Encyclopaedia, Published C. 1890
Skeleton Of A Mastodon, An Extinct Mammal Related To The Elephant. From The National Encyclopaedia, Published C.1890

Skeleton of the Megatherium, and Mastodon giganteus, or the American mastodon, Mammut americanum.. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A

Titan beetle, Titanus giganteus.. Handcolored copperplate zoological engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, 1792

Picture No. 10884462
Southern Giant-Petrel - eating a Penguin (Macronectes giganteus) Date:

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"Giganteus: Unleashing the Power of Nature's Giants" In a world where size matters, nature has bestowed upon us some truly awe-inspiring creatures. Picture No. 11675190 captures one such moment - an octopus attacking a ship, showcasing the immense power and agility possessed by these marine giants. But it doesn't stop there; land-dwelling behemoths have also left their mark on history. The Irish Elk, scientifically known as Megaloceros giganteus, was an extinct species that once roamed the ancient landscapes. With its colossal antlers spanning up to 12 feet wide, this majestic creature commanded respect and admiration. Another magnificent giant from the past is the Irish Elk or Giant Deer, referred to as Reisenhirsch or Megaceros giganteus in scientific terms. Its towering stature and impressive antlers made it a true symbol of strength and grandeur during its existence. Moving on to smaller yet equally fascinating giants of the insect kingdom - exotic beetles take center stage. Among them is the Titan beetle (Titanus giganteus), aptly named for its astonishing length reaching up to six inches. These remarkable insects showcase nature's ability to create wonders even in miniature form. The captivating images marked with DDE-90036866, DDE-90027106, DDE-90027058, DDE-90026918, DDE-90026186, and DDE-90026185 serve as reminders of our planet's diverse inhabitants. Each photograph encapsulates different aspects of "giganteus" - be it through sheer size or unique characteristics that set these creatures apart from others. As we marvel at these giants among us - whether they dwell beneath ocean waves or walked Earth long before our time - let us appreciate their place in history and acknowledge how they continue to inspire curiosity about our natural world today.