Lissamphibia Collection

Rhacophorus, Tree frog
Tree Frog from Sarawak. Drawing of a tree frog by Alfred Russel Wallace - hand coloured. Drawn looking down onto the back of the frog spread out showing webbed feet

A Mussoorie Specimen of the common Toad of all India
Watercolour by Olivia Fanny Tonge 1858-1949. 180 x 260mm. From one of sixteen sketchbooks presented to the Museum in 1952

Bombina bombina, european fire-bellied toad
Watercolour on paper by Joan Beauchamp Procter (1897-1931). Held in the Library and Archives

Amoeba proteus, amoebae
A glass model of amoebae, created by Leopold and Rudolf Blaschka in the late nineteenth century and held at the Natural History Museum, London

Boulengers narrow-eyed frog, X-ray
Boulengers narrow-eyed frog (Nyctibatrachus major), X-ray

Hyla nasuta, rocket frog
BMNH 1947.2.22.81, formerly 1936.12.3.192. F, adult. Spirit specimen. Collected by John Gilbert at Port Essington [1840-1841]. Designated holotype of Pelodytes nasutus Gray, 1842

Leiopelma hamiltoni
Hamiltons frog is probably one of the rarest frogs in the world. Donated in 1922 by the Dominion Museum in New Zealand

Frog-spawn, tadpoles and adult
Plate 14 from Ranarum (1758) by Roesel von Rosenhof depicting frog-spawn, tadpoles and adult

Litoria aurea, golden bell frog
Plate 26 from Zoological drawings by Ferdinand Bauer (1760-1826)

Rana aquatica, water frog
Hand coloured etching from The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama islands (1731) Vol. 2 by Mark Catesby

Green Tree Frog
Hand coloured etching from The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama islands (1731) Vol. 2 by Mark Catesby

Karachi Frog
Watercolour by Olivia Fanny Tonge 1858-1949. 180 x 260mm. From one of sixteen sketchbooks presented to the Museum in 1952

Rana pueyoi, fossil frog
An 8-6 million year old specimen of a fossil frog from the Late Miocene, Teruel, Spain

A Toad
Watercolour by Olivia Fanny Tonge 1858-1949. A small specimen of a huge Toad that comes out to feed after a shower of rain

A salamander

A salamander side view

Philautus maia, shrub frog

Apateon pedestris, amphibian larva
A seven-centimetre-long larval amphibian

Bloodstone or heliotrope carvings
These frogs were carved from bloodstone by Paul Dreher. Bloodstone is green agate containing speckles of red jasper. All these derive from the cryptocrystalline quartz group

Frog illustration
Plate 4 from 298 water-colour drawings of insects and larvae, Frankfurdt 1622 by Flegel, C

Nyctibatrachus major, frogs
X-ray of frog specimens held at the Natural History Museum, London

Brooding female caecilian with her young

Proteus illustration
Plate X11 from Observations de Zoologie et d Anatomie Comparee (1811) Vol 1, by Humboldt & Bonpland. Entitled Proteus, seu larva salamandrae, Mexicanis axolotl

Plate 105 from the John Reeves Collection (Zoology)
Plate 105 from the John Reeves Collection of Zoological Drawings from Canton, China 1774-1856

Boulengerula taitanus, taita caecilian tooth
Tooth of the young specialized for peeling mothers skin

South American frogs and toads
Including Phryniscus nigricans, found by Charles Darwin. From Zoology of the Voyage of the Beagle Vol 1-3

Salamander illustration

Rana species, fossil frog
Specimen originates from soft Miocene shale from Spain. Skeletal anatomy preserved in its entirety with an outline of the soft parts clearly visible. This specimen measures 12 cms long

Tanzanian leaf folding frog
The right hand of a Tanzanian leaf folding frog. The size of the toe discs can vary from specimen to specimen. These frogs were first discribed in 1928 but there has been no agreement on how many

Rana esculenta, edible frog
Plate 55 of three edible frogs from Proc. Zoological Society London, 1884. Held in the Zoology Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Mantella pulchra, frog
This small frog specimens tissues have been cleared and the skeleton stained with alizarin. Specimen held at the Natural History Museum, London

Land Frog
Hand coloured etching from The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama islands (1731) Vol. 2 by Mark Catesby

Toad illustration
Top left figure of plate 26 from Ranarum (1758) by Roesel von Rosenhof

Alytes obstetricans, midwife toad
This male midwife toad is carrying an egg string. Specimen held at the Natural History Museum, London

Frog
One of the 140 frog species known from the island of Sri Lanka. Many of these frogs have only been discovered in the last decade or so

Salamanders
Plate 8 from 298 water-colour drawings of insects and larvae (1622) by C. Flegel

Nycticorax nycticorax, black-crowned night heron
Plate 236 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1834-35), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Buteo lineatus, red-shouldered hawk
Plate 71 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1827-30), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Bogus mating fossil frogs
This image shows bogus mating fossil frogs. It was figured in J.B.A Beringer (1726) plate 12. Photographed by Paul Taylor

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"Lissamphibia: A Diverse World of Amphibians" Discover the enchanting world of Lissamphibia, a fascinating group of amphibians that includes various species like Rhacophorus and Tree frogs. These creatures captivate us with their vibrant colors and unique adaptations. One remarkable specimen found in Mussoorie is the common Toad of all India. Its presence showcases the rich biodiversity this region possesses. Another intriguing member is Bombina bombina, also known as the European fire-bellied toad, which boasts striking red markings on its belly. Even microscopic organisms like Amoeba proteus play a vital role in this ecosystem. Their simple yet complex structure reminds us that every living being has its significance. Nyctibatrachus major, commonly known as frogs, are nocturnal wonders that bring life to our surroundings with their melodious croaks during rainy nights. Hyla nasuta or rocket frog amazes us with its long pointed snout adapted for catching insects swiftly. Leiopelma hamiltoni is an extraordinary creature found only in New Zealand. This ancient frog species has survived for millions of years due to its ability to lay eggs directly onto land instead of water like most other frogs. The life cycle of these amphibians fascinates us too. From Frog-spawn transforming into tadpoles and eventually maturing into adults, we witness nature's incredible transformation firsthand. Litoria aurea or golden bell frog adds a touch of elegance with its radiant golden coloration while the Green Tree Frog stands out among lush foliage with its vibrant green hue. Karachi Frog represents Pakistan's diverse wildlife heritage and serves as a symbol for conservation efforts in urban areas. Delving deeper into history, Rana pueyoi takes us back millions of years through fossil records—a testament to how these amazing creatures have evolved over time. It offers us a glimpse into the wonders of nature.