Mollusc Collection (page 7)

Brown-lipped snail (Cepaea nemoralis) on fungus, reproduced in a bokeh affect, Sheffield, England, UK. November. Commended in the Natures Studio Category of GDT competition 2014

Reef octopus (Octopus cyanea) emerges from its den in a hole in a large hard coral (Porites sp)
Reef octopus (Octopus cyanea) emerges from its den in a hole in a large hard coral (Porites sp.) at sunset. Sha ab Mahmood, Sinai, Egypt. Red Sea

Pelagic mollusc (Oxygyrus keraudreni), captive deep sea species from Atlantic Ocean off Cape Verde

Juvenile deep water pelagic octopus (Vitreledonella richardi) semi-translucent species, from Atlantic Ocean off Cape Verde. Captive

Larva of an Atlantic longarm octopus (Octopus defilippi) Atlantic Ocean off Cape Verde. Captive

Garden snail (Helix aspersa)

Octopus Vase from Heraklion Museum, Crete, Minoan c1500 BC
Minoan Octopus Vase from Palaikastro, Crete, c1500 BC. Held with Heraklion Museum

Cuban tree snail ( Polymita sulphurosa) collected near Moa, Cuba, Endangered

Noisette Oysters, Jersey, Channel Islands

Abalone, Ortygia, Syracuse, Sicily, Italy

Spicy snails, Hoi An (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Quang Ham, Vietnam

Remains of the ammonites on the ledges in Kimmeridge Bay, Dorset, UK

Fossil ammonites, Lower Barremian (object)
7418336 Fossil ammonites, Lower Barremian (object) by Prehistoric; Museum d'histoire naturelle, Toulouse, France; (add.info.: Fossil ammonites (Cadomites deslongchampsii, Lower Barremian)

Snail seller in Naples, Italy, Historical, digital reproduction of an original from the 19th century
1900s, 19th-century, 5 people, animals, art work, arts, artwork, artworks, black, black-and-white, black-white, depiction, depictions, digital, digitally, drawing, drawings, drawn, early

A pair of Flamingo tongue cowries (Cyphoma gibbosum) on a common sea fan (Gorgonia ventalina) which they predate upon, East End, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, British West Indies, Caribbean Sea

Pacific giant octopus (Enteroctopus dofleini) larvae close up, British Columbia, Canada, Pacific Ocean

Pair of Broadclub cuttlefish (Sepia latimanus) mating in a coral reef, Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan. Having succeeded in gaining the female's acceptance

Female Northern pygmy squid (Idiosepius paradoxus) preparing to lay another egg on a blade of eelgrass (Zostera marina), Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan

Nudibranch (Goniobranchus geminus) on a coral reef, dorsal view, portrait, Similan Islands, Thailand, Andaman Sea

Nudibranch (Chromodoris annae) on a coral reef, Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia, Molucca Sea

Pair of Nudibranchs (Flabellina exoptata) just prior to mating, the mating apparatus of the one on left is visible, Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia, Molucca Sea

Nudibranch (Phyllidia varicosa) portrait on white background, Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Day octopus (Octopus cyanea), occurs in both Pacific and Indian Oceans, from Hawaii to eastern coast of Africa, moving across coral reef, Hawaii, Pacific Ocean

Stag beetle, Lucanus cervus 1, Cerithium sulcatum and Rhinoclavis aspera molluscs 3, 4
5324200 Stag beetle, Lucanus cervus 1, Cerithium sulcatum and Rhinoclavis aspera molluscs 3, 4, Cerocoma elateroides 5 and Keroplatus tipuloides wasp 6 by Fries

Palau chambered nautilus (Nautilus belauensis) in front of red Sea fan (Gorgonia) on a vibrant coral reef, Palau, Micronesia, Pacific Ocean

Hairy yellow hermit crab (Aniculus maximus) in its home of a Triton trumpet shell (Charonia tritonis), Hawaii, Pacific Ocean

Day octopus (Octopus cyanea) ventral view, detail of tentacles and suckers, Hawaii, Pacific Ocean

Snail seller in Naples, Italy, Historical, digital reproduction of an original from the 19th century, Europe
7278862 Snail seller in Naples, Italy, Historical, digital reproduction of an original from the 19th century, Europe by Unknown Artist

Spotted sea hare (Aplysia dactylomela), a tropical Atlantic species considered alien in the Mediterranean Sea, likely self-established due to increasing temperatures, portrait

Common octopus (Octopus vulgaris) moving over rocks, Marine Protected area Punta Campanella, Costa Amalfitana, Italy, Tyrrhenian Sea

Giant clam (Tridacna gigas) mantle detail, Red Sea, Egypt

Great scallop (Pecten maximus) eyes, close up, Ronas Voe, Shetland, Scotland, North Atlantic Ocean, UK

DDE-90037631
Papua New Guinea, New Britain Island. A long-armed wonderpus octopus. Date: 11/02/2005

DDE-90037629
Papua New Guinea, New Britain Island. Close-up of a broadclub cuttlefish amid coral. Date: 11/02/2005

DDE-90027968
Sea shell, Stanley Park, British Columbia Date: 06/09/2007

DDE-90024845
Indonesia, Lembeh Strait. A wonderpus long-armed octopus moves over the ocean floor. Date: 05/10/2006

DDE-90024631
Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Sulawesi Island, Lembeh Straits. Close-up of a bivalve clam shell. Date: 11/02/2005

DDE-90024630
Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Sulawesi Island, Lembeh Straits. A poisonous blue- ring octopus flashes its blue rings as a warning. Date: 11/02/2005

DDE-90024629
Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Sulawesi Island, Lembeh Straits. An allied cowry mollusk varies color to match that of soft coral. Date: 11/02/2005

Anatomy of bivalve molluscs. 1841 (lithograph)
7235256 Anatomy of bivalve molluscs. 1841 (lithograph) by Kull, Conrad (1816-1897); Private Collection; (add.info.: Anatomy of bivalve molluscs. Schultermuscheln)

Anatomy of bivalve molluscs. 1841 (lithograph)
7235257 Anatomy of bivalve molluscs.1841 (lithograph) by Schleich, Adrian (1812-1894); Private Collection; (add.info.: Anatomy of bivalve molluscs. Plate 7. Schulter Muscheln)

A collection of Nudibranchia from Kunstformen der Natur, 1899 (colour litho)
746704 A collection of Nudibranchia from Kunstformen der Natur, 1899 (colour litho) by Haeckel, Ernst (1824-1919) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Fossil of extinct oyster species, Trihites plati
6338459 Fossil of extinct oyster species, Trihites plati by Carini (19th century); (add.info.: Fossil of extinct oyster species, Trihites plati. Trichite massiccia)

Illustration of Ammonitida from "Kunstformen der Natur"1904 (litho)
3432992 Illustration of Ammonitida from " Kunstformen der Natur" 1904 (litho) by Haeckel, Ernst (1824-1919) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Page 15. A very fine specimen of the Cornu Amonis or petrified snake, split open
5669985 Page 15. A very fine specimen of the Cornu Amonis or petrified snake, split open. This is one of the finest specimens in Europe; two very large specimens of the Cornu Amonis; the bottled nose

Fossil shell of baculite or walking stick rock
6337686 Fossil shell of baculite or walking stick rock by Corsi (19th century); (add.info.: Fossil shell of baculite or walking stick rock, an extinct cephalopod mollusc genus. Baculites vertebralis)

Varieties of oyster
6337973 Varieties of oyster by Corsi (19th century); (add.info.: Pearl oyster, Isognomon isognomum 1, Crenatula picta 2, wing oyster, Pteria hirundo 3, and hammer oyster, Malleus malleus 4)

Tiger cowrie, Cypraea tigris
6338801 Tiger cowrie, Cypraea tigris by Fries, Adolph (1774-1840) (after); (add.info.: Tiger cowrie, Cypraea tigris. Porcelaine fiore)

All Professionally Made to Order for Quick Shipping

"Exploring the Fascinating World of Molluscs: From Roman Seafood Mosaics to Extinct Marine Reptiles" Dive into history with a mesmerizing Roman seafood mosaic featuring various mollusc species. Uncover the secrets of time with a fossil ammonite, Desmoceras spp. , dating back to the Upper Early Cretaceous period in Madagascar's Mahajanga Province. Witness nature's vibrant artwork as you encounter a stunning purple nudibranch or sea slug gracefully gliding through the ocean depths. Delve into legends and myths surrounding the elusive giant octopus, an awe-inspiring creature that has captivated human imagination for centuries. Marvel at an oyster shell containing an artificial pearl, showcasing both nature's beauty and mankind's ingenuity in creating precious gems. Embark on an underwater adventure off Croatia's Korcula Island and spot the exquisite nudibranch Janolus cristatus in its natural habitat within the Adriatic Sea. Reflect on Earth's ancient past as you come across fossils of extinct marine reptiles, reminding us of their once-dominant presence millions of years ago. Admire the intricate patterns displayed by Asteroceras, a fossil ammonite that reveals glimpses into prehistoric oceans' biodiversity and evolution. Transport yourself to Madagascar again with another fascinating fossil ammonite called Cleoniceras sp. , originating from the Cretaceous period. Encounter one of nature's masters of disguise - witness a cuttlefish effortlessly blend into its surroundings using camouflage techniques perfected over millennia. Ride along with an ocellate octopus swimming up from the sea floor, showcasing its remarkable ability to adapt and survive in diverse marine environments. Discover one of Africa’s largest gastropods – meet the Giant African Snail known for its impressive size and distinctive spiral shell.