Natural History Museum Collection (page 6)

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)

Butterfly specimens, artwork C016 / 5172
Butterfly specimens. Artwork of eight butterfly species and varieties, labelled 1-10. 1. Abraxas grossulariata; 2. The lacticolor variety of number 1; 3. The doubledayaria variety of number 4; 4

Homo sapiens cranium (Omo 1) C016 / 5174
Homo sapiens cranium (Omo 1). Side view of a reconstruction of the fossil Homo sapiens skull known as Omo 1 and discovered in 1967 by a team led by Richard Leakey

Homo sapiens cranium (Omo 1) C016 / 5173
Homo sapiens cranium (Omo 1). Frontal view of a reconstruction of the fossil Homo sapiens skull known as Omo 1 and discovered in 1967 by a team led by Richard Leakey

Homo sapiens cranium (Omo 2) C016 / 5169
Homo sapiens cranium (Omo 2). Side view of a cast of a fossil Homo sapiens cranium dating from 130, 000 years ago. Known as Omo 2, it was discovered in 1967 at the Omo River

Homo sapiens cranium (Omo 2) C016 / 5167
Homo sapiens cranium (Omo 2). Oblique view of a cast of a fossil Homo sapiens cranium dating from 130, 000 years ago. Known as Omo 2, it was discovered in 1967 at the Omo River

Pseudoscorpion, Baltic amber fossil C016 / 5161
Pseudoscorpion, Baltic amber fossil. This specimen dates from the Upper Eocene period, about 35 million years ago. It was found in Kaliningrad, Russia

Homo sapiens cranium (Omo 2) C016 / 5166
Homo sapiens cranium (Omo 2). Frontal view of a cast of a fossil Homo sapiens cranium dating from 130, 000 years ago. Known as Omo 2, it was discovered in 1967 at the Omo River

Homo sapiens cranium (LH 18) C016 / 5164
Homo sapiens cranium (LH 18). Side view of a cast of a fossil Homo sapiens cranium known as Laetoli Hominid 18 (LH 18). Dating back 150, 000 years ago

Sumatran rabbit, skin specimen C016 / 5163
Sumatran rabbit (Nesolagus netscheri), skin specimen. This specimen is part of the collections of the Natural History Museum, London, UK

Homo sapiens cranium (LH 18) C016 / 5165
Homo sapiens cranium (LH 18). Frontal view of a cast of a fossil Homo sapiens cranium known as Laetoli Hominid 18 (LH 18)

Broad-bodied chaser dragonfly C016 / 5160
Broad-bodied chaser dragonfly (Libellula depressa), male specimen. This specimen is part of the collections of the Natural History Museum, London, UK

Blenheim King Charles spaniel, specimen C016 / 5139
Blenheim King Charles spaniel, stuffed specimen. This specimen is a breed of the domestic dog (Canis lupus familiaris). This one is named Rose

Petrified fern, tree trunk fossil C016 / 5142
Petrified fern. Polished section of a fossil of the trunk of the fern Palaeosmunda williamsonii. This specimen is approximately 4 centimetres across

King Charles spaniels, stuffed specimens C016 / 5138
King Charles spaniels, stuffed specimens. These specimens are a breed of the domestic dog (Canis lupus familiaris). Their names are (left to right): Sweetheart

Tibetan terriers, stuffed specimens C016 / 5137
Tibetan terriers, stuffed specimens. These specimens are a breed of the domestic dog (Canis lupus familiaris). Their names are Rupso (left) and Dooma (right)

Robert Brown, Scottish botanist C016 / 5117
Robert Brown (1773-1858), Scottish botanist. Brown was the naturalist on the Flinders expedition to Australia, arriving in 1801 and returning in 1805 with thousands of specimens

Haematite mineral specimen C016 / 5115
Haematite mineral specimen. Iridescent crystalline mass of haematite (iron oxide). This specimen is from from Rio Marina, on the Mediterranean island of Elba

Isochirotherium reptile, footprint fossil C016 / 5111
Isochirotherium herculis reptile, footprint fossil. Casts of 38-centimetre-long fossil footprints from this extinct reptiles hind feet

Cheirotherium reptile, footprint fossil C016 / 5112
Cheirotherium stortonense reptile, footprint fossil. These footprints, dating from the Triassic, were found in sandstone from Storeton, Cheshire, UK

Rhynchosaurus reptile, footprint fossil C016 / 5110
Rhynchosaurus reptile, footprint fossil. These footprints, dating from the Triassic, were found in Keuper Sandstone from a quarry in Rathbone Street, Liverpool, UK. The slab is 5x6 inches

Hominid fossil collection C016 / 5104
Hominid fossil collection. Selection of items, including casts of fossil hominid skulls, from the anthropological collection at the Natural History Museum, London, UK

Paranthropus robustus cranium (SK46) C016 / 5100
Paranthropus robustus cranium (SK46). Lateral view of a cast of a fossil of part of the cranium of an adult Paranthropus robustus hominid. This specimen was probably female

Taung Child skull (Taung 1) C016 / 5102
Taung Child skull (Taung 1). Side view of a cast of a fossil skull of an Australopithecus africanus child from Taung, South Africa. A

Paranthropus robustus cranium (SK46) C016 / 5099
Paranthropus robustus cranium (SK46). Frontal view of a cast of a fossil of part of the cranium of an adult Paranthropus robustus hominid. This specimen was probably female

Taung Child skull (Taung 1) C016 / 5103
Taung Child skull (Taung 1). Oblique view of a cast of a fossil skull of an Australopithecus africanus child from Taung, South Africa. A

Homo erectus skull-cap (Trinil 2) C016 / 5097
Homo erectus skull-cap (Trinil 2). Cast of the skull-cap from the cranium of the Trinil 2 specimen of Homo erectus, discovered at Trinil near the River Solo, Java, Indonesia by Eugene Dubois in 1891

Homo sapiens skull (Skhul V) C016 / 5098
Homo sapiens skull (Skhul V). Cast of the Skhul V specimen of Homo sapiens, discovered in 1932 on Mount Carmel, Israel. The original specimen is held at Harvards Peabody Museum

Homo erectus cranium (OH 9) C016 / 5096
Homo erectus cranium (OH 9). The cranium (filled in cast) of the OH 9 specimen of Homo erectus. OH 9 was found at Olduvai Gorge, Tanzania, by Louis Leakey in 1960

Homo ergaster cranium (KNM-ER 3733) C016 / 5095
Homo ergaster skull (KNM-ER 3733). This cast is of a fossil specimen that dates from around 1.8 million years ago, and was discovered in 1975 by Bernard Ngeneo, in Koobi Fora

Homo ergaster cranium (KNM-ER 3733) C016 / 5094
Homo ergaster skull (KNM-ER 3733). This cast is of a fossil specimen that dates from around 1.8 million years ago, and was discovered in 1975 by Bernard Ngeneo, in Koobi Fora

Homo habilis cranium (KNM-ER 1813) C016 / 5091
Homo habilis cranium (KNM-ER 1813). This cast is of a relatively complete fossil skull named KNM-ER 1813. It was found in Koobi Fora, Kenya in 1973 by Kamoya Kimeu

Homo ergaster cranium (KNM-ER 3733) C016 / 5093
Homo ergaster skull (KNM-ER 3733). This cast is of a fossil specimen that dates from around 1.8 million years ago, and was discovered in 1975 by Bernard Ngeneo, in Koobi Fora

Homo habilis cranium (KNM-ER 1813) C016 / 5092
Homo habilis cranium (KNM-ER 1813). This cast is of a relatively complete fossil skull named KNM-ER 1813. It was found in Koobi Fora, Kenya in 1973 by Kamoya Kimeu

Homo rudolfensis cranium (KNM-ER 1470) C016 / 5088
Homo rudolfensis cranium (KNM-ER 1470). This fossil specimen dates from around 1.9 million years ago, and was discovered in 1972 in Koobi Fora, on the eastern shore of Lake Turkana, Kenya

Homo habilis cranium (KNM-ER 1813) C016 / 5090
Homo habilis cranium (KNM-ER 1813). This cast is of a relatively complete fossil skull named KNM-ER 1813. It was found in Koobi Fora, Kenya in 1973 by Kamoya Kimeu

Marble specimen C016 / 5083
Marble specimen. Marble is a metamorphic rock formed from limestone altered by heat and pressure beneath the Earths surface. This specimen is from Summit Hill, Sudan

Homo sapiens skull (Qafzeh 11) C016 / 5081
Homo sapiens skull (Qafzeh 11). Cast and reconstruction of the fossil cranium and mandible of the Qafzeh 11 child. Found by Bernard Vandermeersch in 1971, in the Qafzeh cave site in Nazareth, Israel

Hyracotherium horse, fossil skeleton C016 / 5077
Hyracotherium horse, fossil skeleton. This reconstruction is modelled from various sources. is the earliest known horse, dating from the late Palaeocene and early Eocene of North America and Europe

Uintatherium ungulate, fossil skull C016 / 5075
Uintatherium ungulate, fossil skull. This horned ungulate from the mid-Eocene of the western USA, stood about 1.6 metres high at the shoulder. This skull measures 74 centimetres across

Homo sapiens skull (Qafzeh 11) C016 / 5080
Homo sapiens skull (Qafzeh 11). Cast and reconstruction of the fossil cranium and mandible of the Qafzeh 11 child. Found by Bernard Vandermeersch in 1971, in the Qafzeh cave site in Nazareth, Israel

Brontotherium ungulate, fossil skull C016 / 5076
Brontotherium ungulate, fossil skull. This gigantic browsing ungulate lived during the Oligocene. This specimen is from Nebraska, USA

Hyracotherium horse, fossil skull C016 / 5074
Hyracotherium horse, fossil skull. This is the earliest known horse, dating from the late Palaeocene and early Eocene of North America and Europe

Diprotodon marsupial, fossil skull C016 / 5070
Diprotodon marsupial, fossil skull. Diprotodon is the largest known marsupial mammal. It was over 3 metres long and lived up to 30, 000 years ago in Australia

Titanopteryx pterosaur, wing bone fossils C016 / 5069
Titanopteryx philadelphiae pterosaur, wing bone fossils. The two fossils at top are are fragments of bones forming the elbow joint of this winged reptile

Sabre-toothed cat, fossil skull C016 / 5067
Sabre-toothed cat (Smilodon fatalis), fossil skull. This extinct predator lived about 15, 000 years ago in North America. It was about the size of a present day lion

Sabre-toothed cat, fossil skeleton C016 / 5066
Sabre-toothed cat (Smilodon fatalis), fossil skeleton This extinct predator lived about 15, 000 years ago in North America. It was about the size of a present day lion

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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.