Spicules Collection

Plate 5 Ascandra Calcispongiae from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919)
5615750 Plate 5 Ascandra Calcispongiae from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919) by Haeckel

Sequence of illustrations of Osprey (Pandion haliaetus) plunging feet first into water, catching fish and flying away, gripping it by reversible front toes and sharp spicules

A cutaway view of the sun, showing its different parts and the currents that flow within it

Close-up of gorgonian sea fan polyps feeding, Beqqa Lagoon Fiji

Detailed view of soft coral revealing the spicules that give stability to its form, Fiji

Close-up of tree coral on a Fijian reef

Orange tree coral on a Fijian reef
Orange tree coral (Dendronephthya) on a Fijian reef

Christmas tree worm in Raja Ampat, Indonesia

Soft coral polyps feeding, Papua New Guinea

Ornate ghost pipefish, Fiji

Detailed close-up view of soft coral polyps, Fiji

Extreme close-up of a crust anemone, Papua New Guinea

Close-up of soft coral revealing the spicules that give stability to its form, Papua New Guinea

Small soft coral, Beqa Lagoon, Fiji

Soft coral polyps feeding, Beqa Lagoon, Fiji

Christmas tree worm on coral, Belize

Multiple christmas tree worms, Curacao

Red tree coral on a Fijian reef

A red and white Christmas tree worm in Cozumel, Mexico

Extreme close-up of a christmas tree worm, Curacao

Gorgonain fan with polyps out feeding, Papua New Guinea

Beautiful soft coral, Papua New Guinea

Detailed close-up view of soft coral polyps feeding, Fiji

A pair of Christmas tree worms in Cozumel, Mexico

Pair of orange and red christmas tree worms on top of hard coral
Pair of orange and red christmas tree worms on top of yellow hard coral, Pulau Aur, Johor, Malaysia

Coloured SEM of a natural sponge
Sponge. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of an unidentified sponge, phylum Porifera. The branching structure of the sponges body is supported by an internal skeleton of calcareous or

Sponge spicules, SEM
Sponge spicules. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of spicules from a sea sponge. Sponges are primitive aquatic organisms that filter food from the water

Natural sponge, SEM
Natural sponge. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) showing the branching structure of the body of a natural sponge (phylum porifera)

Sponge tissue, light micrograph
Sponge tissue. Light micrograph of a section through the body of the elephant-hide sponge (Pachymatisma johnstonia). This image shows the variety of spicules (black)

Dendronephthya soft coral
Soft coral. Close-up of the polyps (red) and spicules (white) of a Dendronephthya sp. soft coral. Each polyp is a single organism, which filters plankton from the water using its tentacles

Red blood cell crenation, SEM
Red blood cell crenation. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of two red blood cells (erythrocytes). The cell on the bottom is normal

Bone growth, light micrograph
Bone growth. Light micrograph of actively growing cells in the epiphyseal plate (growth plate) between the diaphysis (shaft) and epiphysis (rounded end) of a long bone

Marine protozoa shells, SEM
Marine protozoa shells, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). The shells (tests) seen here include those of foraminifera, as well as coral spicules, radiolarian tests and cocccoliths

Sponge Spicules - microscopic, x4 magnification
JC-673 Sponge Spicules - microscopic, x4 magnification Gorgonia sp. John Clegg Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

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"Unveiling the Intricate World of Spicules: From Ernst Haeckel's Art Forms in Nature to Underwater Marvels" Plate 5 Ascandra Calcispongiae from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919): A mesmerizing glimpse into the intricate beauty of spicules, as captured by the renowned artist and biologist Ernst Haeckel. Sequence of illustrations of Osprey (Pandion haliaetus) plunging feet first into water, catching fish and flying away, gripping it by reversible front toes and sharp spicules: Witness nature's precision at its finest as ospreys utilize their remarkable spicule-adorned talons to secure their aquatic prey with unmatched dexterity. A cutaway view of the sun: Delve deep into the heart of our celestial powerhouse, where scorching temperatures give rise to magnificent solar flares that showcase stunning formations resembling delicate spicules reaching out towards space. Close-up of tree coral on a Fijian reef: Explore the vibrant underwater world teeming with life as tree corals proudly display their skeletal structures adorned with countless tiny spicules, providing both strength and support for these captivating organisms. Close-up of gorgonian sea fan polyps feeding: Marvel at the intricate network formed by gorgonian sea fans' feathery branches adorned with microscopic spicules, enabling them to capture passing nutrients effortlessly amidst ocean currents. Red tree coral on a Fijian reef: Behold nature's artistry as red-hued tree corals grace Fiji's reefs, showcasing an array of exquisite shapes intertwined with resilient spicule frameworks that withstand turbulent marine environments. Detailed view of soft coral revealing the spicules that give stability to its form, Fiji.