Spike Collection (page 16)

Trunk of tree, (Zanthoxylum sp. ) Corcovado National Park, Costa Rica
Trunk of tree, (Zanthoxylum sp.) Corcovado National Park, Costa Rica

Blue Iguana Habitat at Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park, Grand Cayman, Cayman Island

Bearded Dragon Lizard (Amphibolurus barbatus)

Mojave mound cactus or Kingcup cactus (Echinocereus triglochidiatus)

Tanzania: Zanzibar, detail of old building

Namibia, Keetmanshoop, Quiver Tree (Aloe dichotoma) in Kokerboomwoud (Quiver Tree Forest) at sunset

A Japanese cartoon showing two Japanese sailors driving battleships symbolizing spikes through the lips of the mouth of
JAPANESE CARTOON, c1905. A Japanese cartoon showing two Japanese sailors driving battleships symbolizing spikes through the lips of the mouth of the harbor at Port Arthur, China

Majorelle Gardens, Marrakesh, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

SYMBOL: PROTECTION. A shield, symbol of protection. Line engraving

ITALY: CARRARA MOUNTAINS. Scene at a marble quarry in the Carrara Mountains of Tuscany, Italy. Wood engraving, c1875, after Harry Fenn

MEDIEVAL MACE. 13th century mace

MACE, 15th CENTURY. Morning-star mace, 15th century

ANABAPTISTS IN ITALY being forced to jump to their deaths. Wood engraving by A. Anderson form an early 19th century edition of Foxes Book of Martyrs

RAILROADING: PROMONTORY POINT. The joining of the Central Pacific and the Union Pacific Railroads on May 10, 1869, at Promontory Point, Utah. Wood engraving from a contemporary American newspaper

PROMONTORY POINT, 1869. The joining of the Central Pacific (left) and the Union Pacific Railroads on 10 May 1869, at Promontory Point, Utah. Contemporary American wood engraving

German Traffic Policeman
A German traffic policeman in a helmet with a spike on it standing on a podium in the middle of the road. Date: 1930s

A young male red deer with a single spike antler, taken on the isle of jura

Iberian Red Deer taken in Extremadura Spain, A young male

OLYMPICS: VOLLEYBALL, 1976. Mariko Okamoto of Japan spikes the ball past Kyungja Byon and Junghye Yu of South Korea a match during the Summer Olympics in Montreal, Canada. Photograph, 1976

OLYMPICS: VOLLEYBALL, 1976. The Japanese womens volleyball team during a match at the Summer Olympics in Montreal, Canada. Photograph, 1976

OLYMPICS: VOLLEYBALL, 1976. Mikiyasu Tanaka of Japan tries to spike the ball past the Cuban team at a game during the 1976 Summer Olympics in Montreal, Canada

Woodlouse head, SEM
Spiky woodlouse head. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the head of a spiky woodlouse (Laureola atlantica). The two small eyes (grey) and the sensory antennae (lower left and lower right)

Cone shell harpoon, SEM
Cone shell harpoon. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the venomous harpoon of a cone shell (Conus sp.), a type of marine snail

Banded sea urchin (Echinothrix calamaris). The sea urchin is an echinoderm, a relative of the star fish. Its exoskeleton shell, or test, is covered in spines that protect it from predators

Red sea urchin (Astropyga radiata). Photographed in Lembeh Strait, Sulawesi, Indonesia

Short-beaked echidna (Tachyglossus aculeatus). The echidna is also known as the spiny anteater and it is found throughout Australia and in the highland regions of southwestern New Guinea

Strapweed filefish (Pseudomonacanthus macrurus). This fish can grow up to 18 centimetres in length and it can be found in shallow coastal algae reefs and estuaries

Global pandemic, conceptual artwork
Global pandemic, conceptual computer artwork. The Earth is seen with spikes, reminiscent of the surface proteins of a virus particle

AIDS virus particle, computer artwork
HIV particle, computer artwork. HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) causes AIDS (acquired immune deficiency syndrome). The outer layer of the virus particle is a membrane envelope (not seen)

Mesenchymal stem cell, SEM
Influenza virus. Computer artwork of an influenza (flu) virus. The virus consists of a core of RNA (ribonucleic acid) genetic material surrounded by a protein coat

AIDS virus particles, computer artwork
HIV particles, computer artwork. HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) causes AIDS (acquired immune deficiency syndrome). The outer layer of the virus particle is a membrane envelope (black)

Abstract computer graphic of a virus
Virus abstract. Three-dimensional computer graphic representation of a spiked virus in a microscopic landscape. Viruses are tiny infectious agents

Abstract computer graphic of a viral attack
Viral attack. Three-dimensional computer graphic representation of spiked viruses (at top) on the attack. The microscopic surface of a cell is depicted at bottom

Virus with hands
Virus, conceptual computer artwork. Viruses contain a core of genetic material, either DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) or RNA (ribonucleic acid) surrounded by a protein coat, or capsid

Viruses, computer artwork. Viruses contain a core of genetic material, either DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) or RNA (ribonucleic acid) surrounded by a protein coat, or capsid

Flu viruses. Influenza viruses (brown) budding from a host cell. Each virus consists of a core of RNA (ribonucleic acid) genetic material surrounded by a protein coat (brown)

Influenza virus particles. Computer artwork of influenza (flu) virus particles. Each virus consists of a core of RNA (ribonucleic acid) genetic material surrounded by a protein coat

Influenza virus protein spikes. Computer artwork of part of the surface of a virus particle of the influenza (flu) virus. These spikes (formed by the surface proteins)

Influenza virus, TEM
Influenza virus. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of an influenza ( flu) virus particle. Influenza belongs to the orthomyxovirus group of viruses

Biohazard virus. Computer artwork showing a virus (green) in a safe marked with a biohazard symbol (red). Viruses contain a core of genetic material

Virus, computer artwork. Viruses contain a core of genetic material, either DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) or RNA (ribonucleic acid) surrounded by a protein coat, or capsid

Kentrosaurus dinosaur, artwork

Chinese hibiscus pollen, SEM
Chinese hibiscus pollen. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a pollen grain from a Chinese hibiscus (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis) flower

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"Spike: A Fusion of Art, Music, and Nature" In the vibrant city of Manchester, a modern steel sculpture known as "B of the Bang" stands tall near the iconic City of Manchester Stadium. This magnificent structure captivates passersby with its sharp spikes reaching towards the sky. Meanwhile, on O Connell Street in Dublin, bustling crowds admire the architectural beauty that surrounds them. Amongst this urban landscape is another Spike - Central / Union Pacific - a hub where people converge to embark on their journeys. Music lovers gather at The Bell in Codicote, Hertfordshire back in December 1986. Bassist Spike Heatley steals the show with his mesmerizing performance that resonates through every corner of the pub. Venturing into tropical rainforests within Tambopata Reserve unveils yet another fascinating sight – Hoatzins perched gracefully amidst lush foliage. Their unique appearance and enchanting calls add an exotic touch to nature's symphony. Traveling further south brings us to Conguillo National Park where a stand of Monkey Puzzle trees dominates lava flows. These ancient giants defy all odds by thriving in such harsh conditions, reminding us of nature's resilience. Silybum marianum or milk thistle emerges as a symbol of healing and rejuvenation amidst adversity. Its vibrant purple flowers dot fields across landscapes worldwide, offering hope for those seeking solace from life's challenges. Journeying northwards to Inuit territories reveals centuries-old traditions like seal hunting – an integral part of their culture and survival. With utmost respect for nature's balance, they demonstrate harmony between humans and wildlife. Along Mexico's Baja California coast lies Bahia de Los Angeles adorned with coastal agave leaves glistening under golden sun rays. These hardy succulents endure arid conditions while providing shelter for diverse ecosystems along sandy shores. Nature never ceases to amaze; it gifts us with extraordinary creatures like the Hummingbird Hawk-moth.