Spines Collection

Thorny Devil Near Newhaven Station, Nthn Territory, Australia
DH-3160 Thorny Devil Near Newhaven Station, Nthn Territory, Australia Moloch horridus Don Hadden Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Triggerfish skeleton, X-ray
Triggerfish skeleton. Coloured X-ray of a triggerfish (family Balistidae). Its name originates from its ability to erect the first two dorsal spines (upper left), which can then lock or unlock

Hedgehog - curled up
JD-16363 HEDGEHOG - curled up in ball Erinaceus europaeus John Daniels Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Hedgehog (Erinaceinae), Durham, England, United Kingom, Europe

Hadgehog ANZ 452 Ural mountains, Russia Erinaceus auritus © Andrey Zvoznikov / ARDEA LONDON
ANZ-452 HEDGEHOG - close-up of face Ural mountains, Russia Erinaceus auritus Andrey Zvoznikov Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Torny Devil
JPF-3670 THORNY DEVIL Australia Moloch moloch horridus Jean Paul Ferrero Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Inflated spotted porcupinefish (Diodon hystrix), Maui, Hawaii

Short-beaked echidna (Tachyglossus aculeatus). Francois Peron National Park, Shark Bay, Western Australia. October

Euphorbia echinus cactus

Cactus plant with teeth and eyes
Blue cactus plant wearing costume of plastic vampire teeth and bloodshot eyeballs

Prickly pear cactus flowers. This cactus is part of the Opuntia genus, which is found throughout most of the Americas. Cacti are found in arid environments, like the one seen here

Picture No. 11671954
Cactus close up. Date:

Spiny spider, SEM
Spiny spider. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a spiny spider (Gasteracantha sp.), showing its characteristic spines (red) and large mouthparts (grey, centre left)

Stories for Tiny Folk
A selection of spines in bold primary colours taken from the 1920s series of Stories for Little Folk books

Regal Horned Lizard Female, constructing nest. Arizona, USA
CAN-2100 Regal Horned Lizard - Female, constructing nest. Arizona, USA. Phrynosoma solare John Cancalosi Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Agave on the Bright Angel trail, Colorado, United States of America, North America

Striped eel catfish (Plotosus lineatus). School of juvenile striped eel catfish. These catfish have highly venomous spines and can reach up to 32 centimetres in length

An Echidnia walking across a field

Green iguana (Iguana iguana) rear view of basking in sun, Banco Chinchorro Biosphere Reserve, Caribbean region, Mexico, May

Woolly / Spear thistle (Cirsium vulgare) close-up of flower showing unopened flowerhead, Parsonage Down, Wiltshire, UK, June

Agave cactus close up abstract (Agave sp) Botanical Garden, San Miguel de Allende, Mexico

Sea holly (Eryngium maritimum) growing in sand dune, Menorca, Balearic Islands, Spain, Europe

cactus isolated on white background

Chestnuts from Sweet chestnut tree {Castenea sativa} Redes NP, Asturias, Northern Spain, October 2007

Chocolate labrador retriever after encounter with Porcupine, USA

Australian Short-beaked Echidna (Tachyglossus aculeatus) head portrait, Kangaroo Island, South Australia State, Australia

Wild thistle (Cynara humilis) Alentejo, Natural Park of South West Alentejano and Costa Vicentina, Portugal, June 2009

Indian moon / Indian luna Moth (Actias selene) close up of defensive spines on caterpillar. Captive

Hedgehog (Erinaceus europaeus) silhouetted against setting sun. UK, October

Black blotched pufferfish (Diodon liturosus) inflated with water at night as defensive behaviour, Sipadan Island, Borneo, Malaysia

Cacti in Kew Gardens, London, England

Don't touch me
Gilbert Claes

Ocean liner three books, Titanic, Californian Hull Down
Ocean liner three books, The Titanic and The Californian 1965 by Peter Padfield, first edition, Hull Down by Sir Bertram Hayes, Harland and Wolff, Shipbuilders to The World

Fragments of Codex Justinianus and Digesta
Ten strips of parchment manuscripts cut to similar size and shape, probably used to reinforce the spines of later bindings. They all appear to be from Justinian's Codex and Digesta

DDE-90025559
Lionfish (Pterios sp.), Scuba diving at night at Koh Bon Bay, Similan Islands Underwater Park, Thailand, SE Asia Date: 12/05/2005

Page 203. Echinus Marinus, Sea Urchin, 1810-17 (w / c & manuscript text)
5670083 Page 203. Echinus Marinus, Sea Urchin, 1810-17 (w/c & manuscript text) by Digby, Kenelm Henry (1800-80); 39.6x25.2x5.4 cm; Mitchell Library

The Phyllopteryx 1881 (litho)
473217 The Phyllopteryx 1881 (litho) by British School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sea horse; Hippocampus antiquorum; illustration from The Proceedings of the Zoological Society)

Gidgee skink (Egernia stokesii) pair in rock crevice, South Australia
wild, wildlife, scales, closeup, spikes, spines, rock, crack, couple, creature, beautiful, fauna, stone, natural, Kristian Bell Photography, 1348350287

Lion cubs and a porcupine (litho)
7201135 Lion cubs and a porcupine (litho) by Dixon, Harry (1861-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lion cubs and a porcupine)

Spotfin Lionfish, Philippines
The toxic spines of this Spotfin lionfish (Pterois antennata) are to be avoided; Philippines

Heart Shaped Cactus Date: 29-03-2021

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European hedgehog, Erinaceus europaeus, on grass fied. European hedgehogs may live to ten years of age, although the average life expectancy is three years

Hedgehog, illustration from Historiae animalium by Conrad Gesner
GIA877023 Hedgehog, illustration from Historiae animalium by Conrad Gesner, 1555 (colour litho) by Swiss School, (16th century); Biblioteca Nazionale Braidense, Milan, Lombardy

Some Sea Urchins (colour litho)
5210946 Some Sea Urchins (colour litho) by Carreras, Theobald (1829-95); Private Collection; (add.info.: Some Sea Urchins)

Backbones, 1863-79 (colour litho)
1001238 Backbones, 1863-79 (colour litho) by Petraroja, Raimundo (fl.1863-79); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Atlante zoologico popolare)

Blue Butterflies and Red Larva, Blue Spines, c. 1705-17 (hand-coloured etching & engraving
880343 Blue Butterflies and Red Larva, Blue Spines, c.1705-17 (hand-coloured etching & engraving) by Merian, Maria Sibylla Graff (1647-1717); Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN

Vintage Print of a Pacific Spotted Scorpionfish, 1922 (screen print)
3035792 Vintage Print of a Pacific Spotted Scorpionfish, 1922 (screen print) by American School, (20th century); (add.info)

Vintage Print of a Scrawled Cowfish, 1922 (screen print)
3035777 Vintage Print of a Scrawled Cowfish, 1922 (screen print) by American School, (20th century); (add.info.: Vintage print of a colorful tropical scrawled cowfish (Acanthostracion quadricornis)

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"Nature's Armor: Exploring the Fascinating World of Spines" Thorny Devil Near Newhaven Station, Nthn Territory, Australia: In the arid outback of Australia, a Thorny Devil proudly displays its intricate spiky armor, perfectly adapted for survival in harsh conditions. Triggerfish skeleton, X-ray: Beneath the shimmering scales lies a mesmerizing network of delicate spines that once protected this triggerfish during its underwater adventures. Hedgehog - curled up: A hedgehog curls into a protective ball, showcasing its adorable yet formidable array of sharp spines that deter any potential threats. Hedgehog (Erinaceinae), Durham, England, United Kingdom, Europe: Found across continents and admired for their prickly charm, this European hedgehog boasts an impressive coat of quills as it explores the English countryside. Hadgehog ANZ 452 Ural mountains Russia Erinaceus auritus © Andrey Zvoznikov / ARDEA LONDON: High up in the Ural Mountains of Russia resides a hedgehog species with uniquely patterned spines—a testament to nature's diversity and adaptability. Torny Devil: The iconic Thorny Devil from Down Under showcases its fearsome spikes and vibrant colors as it roams through the rugged landscapes of Australia's Northern Territory. Inflated spotted porcupinefish (Diodon hystrix), Maui, Hawaii: With an ability to inflate itself like a balloon adorned with sharp spines when threatened by predators or curious onlookers—this porcupinefish is truly one-of-a-kind. Cactus plant with teeth and eyes: Mother Nature's sense of humor shines through as we stumble upon a cactus plant seemingly sprouting teeth and eyes—an imaginative twist on traditional spine-bearing flora. Prickly pear cactus flowers.