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Salp colony (Cyclosalpa). Salps are tubular shaped gelatinous marine animals. Multiple individuals join together to form long colonies that feed on phytoplankton

Amphipod crustacean. Close-up of the amphipod (Anonyx nugax). Amphipods typically have a laterally flattened body and fourteen limbs

Fossil-bearing rock, polarised LM C017 / 8483
Fossil-bearing rock, polarised light micrograph. This thin slice from a limestone rock shows various Nummulite fossils. It is a type known as Nummulitie limestone

Fossilised foraminiferan, SEM C015 / 5772
Fossilised foraminiferan. Scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a section through the fossilised shell of a foraminiferan in a sample of limestone

Formation of fossil fuels, artwork C017 / 8034
Formation of fossil fuels. Computer artwork showing how fossil fuels, such as coil, oil and gas, are formed. Fossil fuels are rich in hydrocarbons

Golden algae, light micrograph
Golden algae. Polarised light micrograph of a colony of Dinobryon sp. golden algae (chrysophytes). Magnification: x200 when printed 10 centimetres wide

William Carpenter, British naturalist C016 / 5058
William Benjamin Carpenter (1813-1885), British naturalist. Carpenter trained as a physician, but published widely in many fields

Didymograptus, graptolite fossil C016 / 4848
Didymograptus, graptolite fossil. Graptolites are an extinct group of marine, colonial animals. Known for their tuning-fork shape, they formed part of ancient plankton

Indian Ocean, chlorophyll concentration C016 / 3722
Indian Ocean, chlorophyll concentration and clouds. Computer graphic of the Indian Ocean on an Earth globe, generated using satellite and mapping data

Indian Ocean, chlorophyll and bathymetry C016 / 3721
Indian Ocean, chlorophyll concentration and bathymetry with clouds. Computer graphic of the Indian Ocean on an Earth globe, generated using satellite and mapping data

Indian Ocean, chlorophyll and bathymetry
Indian Ocean, chlorophyll concentration and bathymetry. Computer graphic of the Indian Ocean on an Earth globe, generated using satellite and mapping data

Plankton and fish, artwork C016 / 3448
Plankton and fish. Artwork of plankton as viewed under a magnifying glass, with seabream (Diplodus vulgaris) fish

Dinoflagellate protozoan, SEM C013 / 5111
Dinoflagellate protozoan, scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Dinoflagellates are unicellular protozoans. About 90 percent are found in marine environments as plankton

Diploneis diatom, SEM C013 / 5110
Diploneis diatom, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Diatoms are single-celled photosynthetic algae, of which there are about 100, 000 species

Coccolithophorid plankton, SEM C013 / 5109
Coccolithophorid plankton. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the external mineralised structure (coccosphere) of a small marine algal organism called a coccolithophore

Diatomaceous Earth, SEM
Diatomaceous Earth. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of diatomaceous earth consisting of fossilized diatoms. This sample is from Loch Cuithir on the Isle of Skye, Scotland

Foraminiferan, SEM
Foraminiferan. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the foraminiferan Oolina squamosa. Foraminiferans are marine single-celled protists that construct and inhabit shells (tests)

LM of the colonial diatom Fragillaria sp
Light micrograph of the diatom Fragillaria sp.. The filaments seen here are simple colonies of Fragillaria. They consist of a stack of diatoms which have failed to separate following cell division

Melosira filamentous diatom alage, LM
Melosira sp. diatoms. Light micrograph of filamentous strands of the freshwater diatom alga Melosira sp.. Diatoms are single-celled algae that form cell walls made of silica

Diatom algae, Campylodiscus
Diatoms. Coloured scanning electron micrograph of the diatom Campylodiscus hibernicus. The diatoms are a distinctive group of single-celled algae containing about 10, 000 species

Colonial freshwater diatoms
Light micrograph of assorted freshwater diatoms. The rectangular, broken filaments seen here are simple colonies. They consist of a chain of diatoms which have failed to separate following cell

Light micrograph of assorted diatoms. The diatoms are a distinctive group of single-celled algae containing about 10, 000 species

Diatom - from marine plankton sample - Hong Kong harbour
SPH-552 Diatom - from marine plankton sample Hong Kong harbour Steve Hopkin Microscopic Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Diatoms - from marine plankton sample - Santa Anna - California
SPH-532 Diatoms - from marine plankton sample Santa Anna, California, USA Steve Hopkin Microscopic Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Diatoms - from marine plankton sample - Hong Kong harbour
SPH-534 Diatoms - from marine plankton sample Hong Kong harbour Steve Hopkin Microscopic Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Model of coccolith Kamptnerius magnificus
Copy of the resin model of the coccolith Kamptnerius magnificus Deflandre, 1930 currently on display in the Earth Lab area of the Earth Galleries at the Natural History Museum, London

Foraminifera and ostracods models
Bees wax models of foraminifera and ostracods made by Clive Sheppard for an exhibition in the Invertebrates Gallery, at the Natural History Museum, London

Radiolarian model
Galls model of radiolarian by Blaschka, held at the Natural History Museum, London

Foraminifera models
One drawer containing some of d Orbigny models and slides previously displayed alongside the models in the galleries

Foraminifera
Part of the display of foraminifera from The Great Exhibition of 1851. Featured are specimens from the London Clay, the Paris Basin and the Gulf of Suez

Visbyshaera oligofurcata, acritarch
Scanning electron microscope image of a microfossil belonging to a group of marine phytoplanktonic organisms known as acritarchs that teemed in Silurian seas about 415 Ma ago

Ceratolithoides aculeus, coccolith
Scanning electron microscope image of an isolated coocolith from Cretaceous chalk. These are thin calcite shells protecting the coccolithophore within

Florosphaera profunda, coccolith
Scanning electron microscope image of a complete sphere of coccoliths from modern oceans. These are thin calcite shells protecting the coccolithophore within

Cleodora sp. holoplanktonic mollusc
Fossilised specimen of holoplantktonic molluscs originating from Pliocene rocks, near Turin, Italy

Emiliania huxleyi coccosphere
Coccosphere of Emiliania huxleyi from the Western Mediterranean. E. huxleyi is one of the most widespread species on earth

Remopeurides, a fossil trilobite
Probably planktonic, Remopeurides is a small trilobite - this Scottish Ordovician example being less than 2 cm long - with an inflated glabella

Ciliate plankton
Scanning electron microscope image of a ciliate showing clearly the microscopic hairs or cilia that they use for movement and feeding (x 700)

Acanthoica acanthifera

Calanoid, planktonic copepod
Copepods are crustaceans which live in oceans and freshwater and which function as an essential link in aquatic food chains

Acanthowetra
A photograph of a foraminifera found in the Indian Ocean

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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.