Plankton Collection (page 2)

Focus stacked, inverted image of Diatoms on a microscope slide. Diatoms are single-celled algae which produce approximately 25% of the oxygen we breathe as well as being responsible for approximately

Jellyfish (Pelagia noctiluca) amongst plankton, Shetland Isles, Scotland

RF- Rear view of Basking shark (Cetorhinus maximus) feeding on plankton, visible as white dots on water surface near island of Coll, Inner Hebrides, Scotland, UK. June

Plankton at night, Palau, Philippine Sea

European grayling (Thymallus thymallus) alevin, 18 days, feeding on zooplankton, from Lake Thun, Switzerland, captive, April 2009

Blue jellyfish (Cyanea lamarckii), feeding on small plankton, Lundy Island Marine Conservation Zone, Devon, England, UK, May

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

Common fangtooth (Anoplogaster cornuta) deep sea species from Atlantic Ocean close to Cape Verde. Captive

Deep sea fish (Moridae sp. ) from Atlantic Ocean off Cape Verde. Captive
Deep sea fish (Moridae sp.) from Atlantic Ocean off Cape Verde. Captive

Marine planktonic Copepod (Sapphirina sp.) brightly coloured copepods. Deep sea species from Atlantic Ocean off Cape Verde. Captive

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

Deepsea planktonic stage of crab development, Trondheimsfjord, 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

Sea butterfly {Clio recurva} (a thecosomate pteropod), Atlantic ocean

Varieties of microscopic Marine organisms, 1900 (litho)
3501931 Varieties of microscopic Marine organisms, 1900 (litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; Prismatic Pictures

Manta ray (Mobula alfredi) feeding on plankton aggregated in the lights from a boat at night, North Ari Atoll, Maldives, Indian Ocean

Spiral
Daisuke Kurashima

Plankton, Surirella striatula, Surirella striata
6338455 Plankton, Surirella striatula, Surirella striata by Corsi (19th century); (add.info.: Plankton, Surirella striatula, Surirella striata)

Plate 14 Peridinium Peridinea from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919)
5615759 Plate 14 Peridinium Peridinea from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919) by Haeckel

Copepod species
6338136 Copepod species by Corsi (19th century); (add.info.: Species of copepods. Cyclops vulgaris 1-4, Diaptomus castor 5, Cyclops staphylinus 6)

Planktonic crustaceans: Limnadia hermani 1 and fairy shrimp, Branchinecta paludosa 2
6338077 Planktonic crustaceans: Limnadia hermani 1 and fairy shrimp, Branchinecta paludosa 2 by Corsi (19th century); (add.info.: Planktonic crustaceans: Limnadia hermani 1 and fairy shrimp)

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Sea butterfly, Limacina helicina. It's a small swimming planktonic sea snail that is the dominant pelagic gastropod mollusc species in temperate and polar ecosystems

Deep Space Swim
Marco Fierli

Radiolaria (engraving)
5216884 Radiolaria (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Radiolaria. Illustration from Meyers Konversations-Lexicon (Bibliographisches Institut)

Wild mignonette, Reseda lutea

Plankton, Surirella striatula, Surirella striata. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, Dictionary of Natural Science

Whalers hunting a bowhead whale, Balaena mysticetus. Above and below the vignette are examples of the whales diet of shellfish, plankton and shrimp

Marine planktonic Copepod (Sapphirina sp. ) brightly coloured copepods
Marine planktonic Copepod (Sapphirina sp.) brightly coloured copepods. Deep sea species from Atlantic Ocean off Cape Verde. Captive

Whale Shark (Rhincodon typus), eating krill and plankton at the surface. Gulf of Mexico, Mexico, North America, August

Group of Manta rays (Manta birostris) feeding together on plankton in a shallow lagoon. Hanifaru Lagoon, Baa Atoll, Maldives. Indian Ocean

Deepsea pelagic octopod (Vitreledonella richardi) Atlantic ocean

Flatfish (Bothidae sp) larva, Atlantic Ocean off Cape Verde. Captive

Deepsea marine larva of decapod crustacean {Sergestes sp} Atlantic ocean

Deepsea planktonic megalopa stage of crab development, Atlantic ocean

Oarfish (Regalecus glesne) swimming in undulating motion, side view

Diagram showing how baleen whale eats plankton and krill

Reef scene in the Philippines
Soft and hard corals compete for space and plankton along with schooling anthias in this Philippine reef scene; Philippines

Jellyfish (Pelagia Noctiluca) With Fish Prey Photographed During A Blackwater Scuba Dive Several Miles Offshore Of A Hawaiian Island At Night; Hawaii, United States Of America

Emiliania huxleyi coccolithophores collected from a bloom in the SW Approaches to the English Channel in June 2004. Date: 2004

Colour SEM of Podocyrtis cothurnata, a radiolarian
Radiolarian. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the test (skeleton) of a Podocyrtis cothurnata, a type of radiolarian protozoan

Coastal wildlife, artwork C016 / 7191
Coastal wildlife. Computer artwork showing the varying forms of wildlife found at different depths on a gently sloping Mediterranean coast, with an inset showing sand-dwelling life (lower right)

LM of the diatom Pinnularia nobilis
Light micrograph of the diatom Pinnularia nobilis (centre), surrounded by other assorted diatoms. The diatoms are a distinctive group of single- celled algae containing about 10, 000 species

Radiolaria models
Models of two radiolaria made in papier mache by Vaclav Fric

Coccolith
Scanning electron microscope (SEM) image of a Folkestone chalk surface with Cretaceous coccoliths (x2500 on a standard 9 cm wide print)

Marine Diatoms
LRMC-3 Scanning Electron Micrograph (SEM): Marine Diatoms Magnification x2400 (when printed A4, 29.7 cm cm wide) David McCarthy and Dae Sasitorn / ardea.com Last Refuge contact details

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Plankton: Unveiling the Hidden Marvels of the Ocean Dive into the mesmerizing world of plankton, where beauty and wonder intertwine in a delicate dance. From the intricate artistry of diatom algae to the awe-inspiring sight of a whale shark feeding with its mouth wide open, these tiny organisms hold immense significance in our vast oceans. Ernst Haeckel's stunning depiction of diatom algae showcases their exquisite patterns and shapes, reminding us that even microscopic life forms can be true works of art. These diatoms play a crucial role as primary producers, contributing to almost half of Earth's oxygen production. Imagine being a diver off Australia's coast, witnessing firsthand the majestic encounter between a whale shark and its planktonic feast. This gentle giant glides through the water effortlessly, creating an ethereal spectacle that captivates divers from around the world. Examining diatoms under scanning electron microscopy reveals their intricate structures up close. Each detail unravels another layer of complexity within these minuscule organisms, highlighting their importance as essential components in marine ecosystems. The Isle of Man becomes home to basking sharks like Certorhinus maximus during certain times of year. Douglas David Seifert's photograph captures one such moment when this magnificent creature graces us with its presence. Its sheer size reminds us how vital plankton is for sustaining these gentle giants' colossal appetite. In every drop sampled from marine environments lies an entire universe waiting to be explored - each diatom telling its unique story. Through SEM imagery, we gain insight into their diverse forms and functions; they are truly nature's architects shaping our oceans' delicate balance. Returning once again to Cenderawasih Bay in West Papua Indonesia brings yet another breathtaking encounter with whale sharks – Rhincodon typus – gracefully swimming amidst clouds of planktonic abundance. Their presence serves as a reminder that protecting these fragile ecosystems is crucial for the survival of these magnificent creatures.