Mutant Nature Collection

Rose-ringed / ring-necked parakeets (Psittacula krameri) in flight on way to roost in an urban cemetery, London, UK. January

Indian moon / Indian luna moth (Actias selene) head-on view showing feather-like antennae. Captive

Stove-pipe sponge (Aplysina archeri) and Orange elephant ear sponge (Agelas clathrodes) Bonaire, Netherlands Antilles, Caribbean, Atlantic Ocean

RF- Rare Monkey / Lady hybrid orchid (Orchis simia x purpurea). Possibly unique to Hartslock nature reserve (SSSI), Oxfordshire, UK. May

Purple sea pen (Virgularia gustaviana) on sandy sea bed. Rinca, Indonesia

Portuguese Man-of-War (Physalia physalis) close up of tentacles, Sargasso Sea, Bermuda

Enteropneust worm / Acorn worm (Yoda purpurata) from the North Atlantic Ocean, southern Purple variety, feeds on sea floor sediment leaving behind variable wavy traces, Depth approx 2700m

Deepsea fish {Paraliparis sp. ) North East Atlantic Ocean off Cape Verde Islands depth
Deepsea fish {Paraliparis sp.) North East Atlantic Ocean off Cape Verde Islands depth 700-1000m

RF- Large red damselfly (Pyrrhosoma nymphula) emerging from nymphal case. Cornwall, UK. April

Purple short tentacle mushroom coral (Fungia sp. ) close up of polyps. Lembeh Strait
Purple short tentacle mushroom coral (Fungia sp.) close up of polyps. Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Coral clam (Pedum spondyloideum) close up, Maldives, Indian Ocean

Male Bullethead parrotfish (Chlorurus sordidus) displaying in late afternoon. Ras Katy, Sinai, Egypt. Gulf of Aqaba, Red Sea

Cup fungus (Cookeina sp) Danum Valley, Sabah, Borneo

Ocellated eagle ray (Aetobatus ocellatus), underside, Natal Coast, South Africa

Black blotched pufferfish (Diodon liturosus) inflated with water at night as defensive behaviour, Sipadan Island, Borneo, Malaysia

Scaleless black dragonfish (Melanostomias biseriatus) showing lure, Atlantic ocean

Octopod {Grimpoteuthis discoveryi} Mid-Atlantic Ridge, North Atlantic Ocean

Deepsea smelt {Bathylagus antarcticus}, found in all the southern oceans as far south as Antarctica, from the surface to depths of 4, 000 m, Atlantic ocean

Autumnal foliage of Fireweed (Epilobium angustifolium) Kluane National Park, Yukon Territories, Canada, September

Candy stripe shrimp (Lebbeus grandimanus) on a yellow sponge. Browning Pass, Port Hardy, Vancouver Island, British Columbia. Canada. North East Pacific Ocean

Scarlet Pimpernel (Anagallis foemina) blue form close-up of stamens, in a garden, Orvieto, Italy, May

Beluga whale (Delphinapterus leucas) swimming under ice and exhaling air, Arctic circle Dive Center, White Sea, Karelia, northern Russia. Captive

Bivalve scallop (Pedum spondyloideum) inside a coral covered with purple sponge, Maldives, Indian Ocean

Aurora Borealis over lake, with wooden stump in Laponia, Muddus NP, Sweden

Amphipod (Iphimedia obesa) on top of a colony of Deadmans fingers (Alcyonium digitatum) coral, Loch Carron, Ross and Cromarty, Scotland, UK, April

Nudibranch (Flabellina lineata) in aquarium, taken in the field in Gulen, Norway. North East Atlantic Ocean. Collected for scientific research

Portrait of Red Sea anemonefish (Amphiprion bicinctus) against open water. Nuweiba, Sinai, Egypt

A portrait of a small Candy stripe shrimp (Lebbeus grandimanus) in front of its host pink anemone (out of focus because of the magnification)

RF - Emperor shrimp (Periclimenes imperator) exploring alien-looking landscape of host sea cucumber (Bohadschia argus). Emperor shrimps are commensals on many hosts

Dallol hot spring with salt concretions coloured by sulphur, potassium and iron, Dallol Volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia, March 2015

A blue light fluorescence photo of Jewel anemones (Corynactis viridis). The blue light source excites the fluorescent pigments in the anemones, which emit light of other colours

Abstract ice formations seen from underwater, Arctic circle Dive Center, White Sea, Karelia, northern Russia, March 2010

Eye and spiracle detail of a Bluespotted / Ribbontail Stingray (Taeniura lymma) Sipadan Island, Sabah, Borneo, Malaysia. May

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"Unveiling the Marvels of Mutant Nature: A Glimpse into Extraordinary Species" Witness the mesmerizing flight of Rose-ringed parakeets as they make their way to an urban cemetery in London, UK. This captivating moment captured by a finalist in the Birds category at the Wildlife Photographer of the Year Awards 2014 showcases nature's mutant beauty. Behold the enchanting Indian moon moth with its head-on view, revealing feather-like antennae that add an ethereal touch to its already stunning appearance. Its delicate and intricate features exemplify nature's ability to create extraordinary creatures. Explore the depths of Bonaire's underwater world where Stove-pipe sponges and Orange elephant ear sponges thrive. These vibrant organisms display unique shapes and colors, reminding us of nature's boundless creativity. Intriguingly rare is the Monkey Lady hybrid orchid, a fascinating blend between Orchis simia and purpurea species. This remarkable flower stands out among others with its striking hues and peculiar form, showcasing nature's penchant for unexpected combinations. Delve into Indonesian waters where Purple sea pens sway gracefully on sandy seabeds. Their elegant structure resembles a quill pen dipped in royal purple ink, leaving us marveling at this magnificent creation beneath the waves. Discover the Portuguese Man-of-War floating effortlessly in Sargasso Sea off Bermuda. Its tentacles capture our attention up close, displaying both beauty and danger intertwined—a reminder that even mutants can possess awe-inspiring qualities. Descend into deep-sea realms where Enteropneust worms roam from North Atlantic Ocean to southern regions. Yoda purpurata emerges as an enigmatic creature with otherworldly characteristics that challenge our understanding of life beneath oceanic depths. Encounter Paraliparis sp. , a mysterious deep-sea fish found near Cape Verde Islands in North East Atlantic Ocean. With adaptations suited for extreme environments, this mutant species reminds us of the astonishing diversity that exists in the depths.