Natural History Museum Collection (page 5)

Blue whale model C016 / 6224
Blue whale (Balaenoptera musculus) model on display in the Mammal and Whale Gallery at the Natural History Museum, London, UK

Tetrahedrite specimen
Tetrahedrite. Specimen of the mineral tetrahedrite (copper antimony sulphide). It consists of flat-faced tetrahedral-shaped crystals

Black oak (Quercus tinctoria) C016 / 5916
Black oak (Quercus tinctoria). One of the 162 decorative panels depicting flora that form the ceiling of the Central Hall at the Natural History Museum, London, UK

Scientist with a ragworm specimen C016 / 5976
Scientist dissecting a ragworm specimen under a microscope. Photographed at the Natural History Museum, London, UK

Honeysuckle (Lonicera periclymenum) C016 / 5922
Honeysuckle (Lonicera periclymenum). One of the 162 decorative panels depicting flora that form the ceiling of the Central Hall at the Natural History Museum, London, UK

Lemon (Citrus medica), decorative panel C016 / 5919
Lemon (Citrus medica). One of the 162 decorative panels depicting flora that form the ceiling of the Central Hall at the Natural History Museum, London, UK

Christmas rose (Helleborus niger) C016 / 5924
Christmas rose (Helleborus niger). One of the 162 decorative panels depicting flora that form the ceiling of the Central Hall at the Natural History Museum, London, UK

Fynbos aloe (Aloe succotrina) C016 / 5920
Fynbos aloe (Aloe succotrina). One of the 162 decorative panels depicting flora that form the ceiling of the Central Hall at the Natural History Museum, London, UK

Clutch of eggs C016 / 6180
Clutch of eggs. A clutch of eggs from the collection at the Natural History Museum at Tring, UK

Various beetle specimens C016 / 5849
Various beetle specimens. Display case showing the diversity of beetles held at the Natural History Museum, London, UK

Various beetle specimens C016 / 5850
Various beetle specimens. Display case showing the diversity of beetles held at the Natural History Museum, London, UK

Various beetle specimens C016 / 5847
Various beetle specimens. Display case showing the diversity of beetles held at the Natural History Museum, London, UK

Various beetle specimens C016 / 5848
Various beetle specimens. Display case showing the diversity of beetles held at the Natural History Museum, London, UK

Tetrahedrite C016 / 5654
Tetrahedrite (copper antimony sulphide). This specimen displays flat-faced tetrahedral shaped crystals. Specimen from Herodsfoot mine, Cornwall, UK, now on display at the Natural History Museum

Collection of beetles C016 / 5592
Beetles. A selection of beetles from the collections of Sir Joseph Banks. Natural History Museum, London, UK

Collection of beetles C016 / 5591
Beetles. A selection of beetles from the collections of Sir Joseph Banks. Natural History Museum, London, UK

Collection of beetles C016 / 5553
Cleection of beetles. Case containing beetles from the Joseph Dandridge and Petiver collections. Some have Hans Sloanes catalogue numbers. Natural History Museum, London, U.K

Acacia-like pod, plant fossil C016 / 5531
Acacia-like pod, plant fossil. This 14-centimetre-long specimen is from the Paris Basin, and dates from the Eocene. It is part of the collections held at the Natural History Museum, London, UK

Prehistoric human skull bones C016 / 5496
Prehistoric human skull bones. These fossil remains are from modern humans (Homo sapiens) and date from up to 12, 000 years ago

Fungus gnat in amber C016 / 5495
Fungus gnat (Scobia spinosa) in amber. This specimen, with a length of 5.5 millimetres, was trapped and preserved in Baltic amber

Richard Lydekker, British naturalist C016 / 5490
Richard Lydekker (1849-1915), British naturalist. Lydekker studied Natural Sciences at the University of Cambridge. From 1874 to 1882, he worked for the Geological Survey of India

Steneosaurus crocodilian, fossil skull C016 / 5483
Steneosaurus bollensis crocodilian, fossil skull. This extinct reptile looked similar to modern crocodiles. It lived during the Upper Jurassic period

Entomology collection, mounted specimens C016 / 5480
Entomology collection, mounted specimens. Section of a specimen tray from the Entomology Department of the Natural History Museum, London, UK

Sirex woodwasps, female and male C016 / 5446
Sirex woodwasps (Sirex noctilio), female (left) and male (right) specimens. This species was accidentally introduced into Australia 20 years ago

Zygolophodon mastodon, fossil skull C016 / 5442
Zygolophodon atticus mastodon, fossil skull. Oblique side view of a skull of an extinct mastodon (prehistoric elephant-like mammal) dating from the Miocene and found in Pikermi, Greece

Beetles with metallic iridescence C016 / 5444
Beetles with metallic iridescence. Pair of beetles with gold (left) and silver (right) metallic iridescence. These specimens are part of the collections of the Natural History Museum, London, UK

Megazostrodon mammal, fossil bones C016 / 5440
Megazostrodon mammal, fossil bones. This specimen shows the bones of the hind limb and foot. It dates from the Late Triassic to Early Jurassic, and is from Lesotho, in southern Africa

Palaeoniscus freislebeni, fish fossil C016 / 5439
Palaeoniscus freislebeni, fish fossil. This fossil dates from the Permian, and was found in rocks near Midderidge, Durham, UK

Zygolophodon mastodon, fossil skull C016 / 5441
Zygolophodon atticus mastodon, fossil skull. Front view of a skull of an extinct mastodon (prehistoric elephant-like mammal) dating from the Miocene and found in Pikermi, Greece

Rhomdeosaurus pliosaur, fossil bones C016 / 5421
Rhomdeosaurus cramptoni pliosaur, fossil bones. Known as the Kettleness specimen, this close-up shows a section of the bones in the rear flipper of this marine reptile

Antigorite and bowenite specimens C016 / 5420
Antigorite and bowenite specimens. Group of two specimens of antigorite (top) and two specimens of bowenite (bottom). Bowenite is a variety of antigorite

Rose plant fossils, leaves and thorn C016 / 5418
Rose plant fossils. At left are fossilised leaves of the rose plant Rosa hilliiae (Lesquereux), from the Oligocene period (23 to 35 million years ago), and found in Colorado, USA

Titan and Hercules beetles C016 / 5327
Titan and Hercules beetles. The Titan beetle (Titanus giganteus, left, 160 millimetres in length) and the Hercules beetle (Dynastes hercules, right)

Neanderthal cranium (Gibraltar 1) C016 / 5324
Neanderthal cranium (Gibraltar 1). Oblique view of a cast of the fossil of the adult female Neanderthal (Homo neanderthalensis) cranium discovered at Forbes Quarry, Gibraltar

Neanderthal cranium (Gibraltar 1) C016 / 5323
Neanderthal cranium (Gibraltar 1). Frontal view of a cast of the fossil of the adult female Neanderthal (Homo neanderthalensis) cranium discovered at Forbes Quarry, Gibraltar

Homo neanderthalensis (Tabun C1) C016 / 5325
Homo neanderthalensis (Tabun C1). Model of a Neanderthal female holding a spear, based on a fossil skeleton called Tabun C1

Homo neanderthalensis (Tabun C1) C016 / 5309
Homo neanderthalensis (Tabun C1). Model of a Neanderthal female holding a spear, based on a fossil skeleton called Tabun C1

Carved artefacts, Upper Palaeolithic C016 / 5307
Carved artefacts, Upper Palaeolithic. These prehistoric artefacts dates from 11, 000 to 18, 000 years ago. At top is a mammoth tusk carved to depict a reindeer (head at left)

Neanderthal cranium (Neanderthal 1) C016 / 5306
Neanderthal cranium (Neanderthal 1). Cast of the fossil cranium of Neanderthal 1, the original Neanderthal (Homo neanderthalensis)

Priscacara clivosa, fish fossil C016 / 5255
Priscacara clivosa, fish fossil. This fossil dates from the Eocene epoch, around 58 to 37 milion years ago. It was found in Wyoming, USA

Wallaces Malay beetles, 19th century
Wallaces Malay beetles. Display of beetles collected by British naturalist Alfred Russel Wallace (1823-1913) during his expedition in the Malay Archipelago from 1854 to 1862

Hallucigenia sparsa, velvet worm fossil C016 / 5258
Hallucigenia sparsa, velvet worm fossil. The velvet worm is a worm-like segmented animal related to the arthropods. This specimen dating from the Middle Cambrian, is from the Burgess Shale

Wallaces Malay butterflies, 19th century
Wallaces Malay butterflies. Mounted museum display of a range of butterflies collected by British naturalist Alfred Russel Wallace (1823-1913)

Proganochelys turtle, fossil skull C016 / 5256
Proganochelys quenstedti turtle, fossil skull. This species was described by Georg Baur in 1887. It is the oldest known extinct turtle

Homo habilis cranium (OH 24) C016 / 5252
Homo habilis cranium (OH 24). Cast of a reconstructed cranium from Bed 1, Olduvai Gorge, Tanzania. This specimen, Olduvai Hominid 24 (OH 24), is also known as Twiggy

Homo heidelbergensis mandible (Mauer 1) C016 / 5208
Homo heidelbergensis mandible (Mauer 1). Cast of the fossil mandible from the Homo heidelbergensis specimen discovered by workmen in 1907 at Mauer, Germany

Plesiosaurus marine reptile, fossil skull C016 / 5204
Plesiosaurus dolichodeirus marine reptile, fossil skull. This is the head and neck of this plesiosaur, a type of marine reptile

Homo neanderthalensis cranium (Tabun 1) C016 / 5201
Homo neanderthalensis cranium (Tabun 1). Side view of a cast of a fossil skull of a female Neanderthal (Homo neanderthalensis)

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Step into the captivating world of the Natural History Museum, where ancient wonders and scientific marvels await. Marvel at the Archaeopteryx fossil, Berlin specimen C016 / 5071, a breathtaking relic that bridges the gap between dinosaurs and birds. As you explore further, don't forget to stop by the Natural History Shop, where you can take a piece of this extraordinary experience home with you. From educational books to fascinating trinkets, there's something for everyone to cherish. While immersing yourself in history and knowledge, it's important to remember that not all treasures are what they seem. Take caution around exhibits like crysotile asbestos - a reminder of our evolving understanding of safety standards throughout time. Transport yourself back in time as you wander through the Fish Gallery from September 1890. Witness an array of aquatic creatures frozen in time, showcasing their intricate beauty and diversity. Meet Dr Johannes Vogel - an esteemed scientist who has dedicated his life to unraveling nature's mysteries. His expertise shines through every corner of this museum as he brings us closer to understanding our natural world. Be captivated by Coleoptera sp. , metallic beetles that shimmer under carefully placed lights – a testament to nature's artistry. These tiny creatures showcase Mother Nature's ability to create beauty on even the smallest scale. Admire stunning views of Oxford captured in coloured engravings – glimpses into a bygone era when exploration was at its peak and curiosity knew no bounds. Prepare yourself for awe-inspiring encounters with giants such as the Giant Ground Sloth or gaze upon the Western lowland gorilla stuffed specimen C016 / 4880 – reminders of Earth's diverse inhabitants both past and present. Don't miss Pavo cristalus strutting proudly with its vibrant plumage on display—a peacock whose elegance knows no bounds.