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"Lumpy: A World of Fascinating Discoveries" Step into a world where the tiniest creatures hide in plain sight

Background imageLumpy Collection: Tiny (10mm) pygmy seahorse (Hippocampus bargibanti) sheltering in seafan (Muricella sp)

Tiny (10mm) pygmy seahorse (Hippocampus bargibanti) sheltering in seafan (Muricella sp)
Tiny (10mm) pygmy seahorse (Hippocampus bargibanti) sheltering in seafan (Muricella sp.) Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia. Lembeh Strait, Molucca Sea

Background imageLumpy Collection: Orbis Terrae Compendiosa Descriptio Quam ex Magna Universali

Orbis Terrae Compendiosa Descriptio Quam ex Magna Universali
Old World Map 1587, Mercator, Rumold

Background imageLumpy Collection: View of the Moon and Earth taken by Lunar Orbiter 1

View of the Moon and Earth taken by Lunar Orbiter 1
This image, taken in 1966 by Lunar Orbiter 1, is among the first views of Earth from the Moon. In the black-and-white image, a crescent Earth floats majestically behind the lumpy surface of the Moon

Background imageLumpy Collection: Zingiber officinale, large lump of Ginger, view from above

Zingiber officinale, large lump of Ginger, view from above

Background imageLumpy Collection: Proterozoic ocean floor

Proterozoic ocean floor
A restoration of Proterozoic ocean floor with bun-shaped stromatolites

Background imageLumpy Collection: Hastings amber

Hastings amber
This amber is from the Lower Cretaceous rocks of Hastings, East Sussex. Amber is fossilised tree resin

Background imageLumpy Collection: Siderite

Siderite
Stout prisms of siderite, up to 1.7cm long and terminated by basal place and narrow rhombohedrom faces, on quartz crystals. Specimen from the Great Onslow Consol mine, St. Breward, Cornwall

Background imageLumpy Collection: Stony-iron meteorite

Stony-iron meteorite
This meteorite is the product of atmospheric melting, as are stony achondrites. Specimen held at the Natural History Museum, London

Background imageLumpy Collection: Puddingstone

Puddingstone is a conglomerate or mixture of different, irregular sized grains and pebbles held together by a finer matrix

Background imageLumpy Collection: Flint nodule

Flint nodule
This flint nodule originates from the Cretaceous rocks of the North Downs, England

Background imageLumpy Collection: Jungles en route to Kalaw - Central Burma

Jungles en route to Kalaw - Central Burma - Great sharp valleys and long ridges, dense with jungle. We fly at about 8, 000 feet and sometimes seem close over the endless green of lumpy tree tops

Background imageLumpy Collection: Wolfs udder fungus (Lycogala epidendrum)

Wolfs udder fungus (Lycogala epidendrum). Also called wolfs milk, this is not actually a fungus but a slime mould. Photographed growing amongst moss on a Scots pine stump, Cairngorms National Park

Background imageLumpy Collection: Emigrants enjoying fine weather on the deck of their ship, 1

Emigrants enjoying fine weather on the deck of their ship, 1
Engraving showing emigrant passengers on deck amusing themselves; smoking, reading and looking at the ocean as they travel to Australia, 1887

Background imageLumpy Collection: Denise Pygmy Seahorse (Hippocampus denise) on Sea Fan. Gorontalo, Sulaweis, Indonesia

Denise Pygmy Seahorse (Hippocampus denise) on Sea Fan. Gorontalo, Sulaweis, Indonesia
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"Lumpy: A World of Fascinating Discoveries" Step into a world where the tiniest creatures hide in plain sight, like the tiny (10mm) pygmy seahorse finding shelter within a vibrant seafan in Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia. Dive deep into the Lembeh Strait of the Molucca Sea and witness nature's intricate wonders unfold before your eyes. Travel back in time as you explore an ancient map called "Orbis Terrae Compendiosa Descriptio Quam ex Magna Universali, " revealing how our ancestors perceived our vast planet. Marvel at a breathtaking view captured by Lunar Orbiter 1, showcasing both the Moon and Earth suspended in space. Take a closer look at Zingiber officinale, commonly known as ginger - its large lump seen from above is a testament to its robustness and unique shape. Delve into celestial mysteries with stony-iron meteorites that have traversed unimaginable distances to reach us. Venture beneath the waves once more to discover remnants of Proterozoic ocean floors, offering glimpses into Earth's primordial past. Uncover secrets preserved for millions of years within Hastings amber or admire the beauty of siderite formations found in geological wonders like Lyme Regis. Witness nature's artistry through various forms of puddingstone - each one telling its own story through colorful pebbles embedded within their matrix. These captivating stones serve as reminders that even seemingly ordinary objects can hold extraordinary tales. In this captivating journey through lumpy landscapes and hidden treasures, we are reminded that there is so much more to explore beyond what meets the eye. Let curiosity guide you as you unravel these remarkable phenomena scattered across our magnificent world.