Spiny Collection

Sea holly (Eryngium sp. )
Sea holly (Eryngium sp.) flower heads. Each blue blob is an individual flower. This perennial herb belongs to the family Umbelliferae, which includes 200 species. It is indigenous to southern Europe

Sceloporus asper, spiny lizard
Illustration of a spiny lizard from Proceedings of the Zoological Society of London (1897). This illustration is on display in the Darwin Centre at the Natural History Museum, London

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

Euphorbia echinus cactus

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

Thistle flower fairy, Carduus nutans.. Handcolored steel engraving by C. Geoffrois after an illustration by Jean Ignace Isidore Grandville from Les Fleurs Animees, Flower Fairies, Paris

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)

Jardin de Cactus near Guatiza, Lanzarote, Canary Islands, Spain, Europe

Woolly Thistle (Cirsium eriophorum), in flower, on limestone
ROG-13134 Woolly Thistle - in flower, on limestone Cirsium eriophorum Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Tree cholla. A desert cactus and shrub
ROG-12018 Tree cholla. A desert cactus and shrub. New Mexico, USA Cylindropuntia imbricata Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Slipper lobster, Scyllarides squammosus 1, lobster lobster, Homarus gammarus 2, pitu shrimp, Macrobrachium carcinus 3
FLO4574457 Slipper lobster, Scyllarides squammosus 1, lobster lobster, Homarus gammarus 2, pitu shrimp, Macrobrachium carcinus 3, and spiny lobster, Palinurus elephas 4

A Teasel, 1850
3479659 A Teasel, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a teasel; a tall prickly Eurasian plant with spiny purple flower heads; which is used in the raising of a nap on woollen cloth)

Spiny lobster, Panulirus homarus, and mantis shrimp, Squilla mantis
5855156 Spiny lobster, Panulirus homarus, and mantis shrimp, Squilla mantis; (add.info.: Spiny lobster, Panulirus homarus, and mantis shrimp, Squilla mantis)

A Teasel, 1850
3479660 A Teasel, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a teasel; a tall prickly Eurasian plant with spiny purple flower heads; which is used in the raising of a nap on woollen cloth)

African crested porcupine, Atherurus africanus
5856453 African crested porcupine, Atherurus africanus; (add.info.: African crested porcupine Atherurus africanus Hand-colored copperplate engraving from a drawing by Johann Ihle from Ebenezer)

Sea mice, Aphrodita aculeata and Laetmonice hystrix
Sea mouse, Aphrodita aculeata 1 and Laetmonice hystrix 2. Afrodita aculeata, Ermione ispida. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze

Spiny dogfish, blue shark and angel shark
Spiny dogfish, Squalus acanthias 12, blue shark, Prionace glauca 13 and angel shark, Squatina squatina 14. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelms Encyclopedia of Natural

Ceiba Tree Trunk at Tayrona National Natural Park, Magdalena Department, Caribbean, Colombia

Spiny seahorse
Anna Shvab

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Catepillar, unknown species, Iguacu Falls, Parana, Brazil. Date: 23/04/2005

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Belize, Belize, Crooked Tree Wildlife Sanctuary. Wild common green iguana (Iguana iguana) in breeding colors. Date: 15/05/2010

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Desert Spiny Lizard, Sceloporus magister ssp, Native to South Western US Date: 30/07/2008

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Desert Spiny Lizard, Sceloporus magister ssp, Native to South Western US Date: 30/07/2008

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Spiney Neck Turtle, Acanthochelys spixii, Native to South America Primarily Brazil Date: 31/05/2006

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Regal Horned Lizard (Pineal Eye Visible)Phrynosoma solare, South Eastern Arizona Date: 31/05/2006

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Regal Horned Lizard, Phrynosoma solare, South Eastern Arizona Date: 31/05/2006

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Regal Horn Lizard, Phtymosoma solare, South Eastern Arizona Date: 31/05/2006

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Regal Horned Lizard (Pineal Eye Visible), Phrynosoma solare, South Eastern Arizona Date: 31/05/2006

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Regal Horned Lizard, Phrynosoma solare, South Eastern Arizona Date: 31/05/2006

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Spiny Tail Gecko (Strophurus williamsi), Australia Date: 19/06/2007

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Spiny Tail Gecko (Strophurus williamsi), Australia Date: 19/06/2007

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

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Indonesia, Banda Sea, Ambon. Close-up of adult spiny seahorse. Date: 21/05/2009

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Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Sulawesi Island, Lembeh Straits. Green juvenile surgeonfish hides among spines of a chocolate-chip sea star. Date: 11/02/2005

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Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Sulawesi Island, Lembeh Straits. Squat lobster lives commensally with barrel sponges. Date: 11/02/2005

Page 377. The Hedge Hog or Urchin, 1810-17 (w / c & manuscript text)
5670193 Page 377. The Hedge Hog or Urchin, 1810-17 (w/c & manuscript text) by Digby, Kenelm Henry (1800-80); 39.6x25.2x5.4 cm; Mitchell Library

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

Page 177. A brass key found in the ruins of Burgess Castle;the Porcupine copied from a living animal
5670075 Page 177. A brass key found in the ruins of Burgess Castle; the Porcupine copied from a living animal, exhibited in Dublin, 1810-17 (w/c & manuscript text) by Digby

Page 57. Sea urchins 2 drawings, 1810-17 (w / c & manuscript text)
5670021 Page 57. Sea urchins 2 drawings, 1810-17 (w/c & manuscript text) by Digby, Kenelm Henry (1800-80); 39.6x25.2x5.4 cm; Mitchell Library

Wild short-beaked echidna (Tachyglossus aculeatus) in leaf litter
sticks, leaves, strange, unique, fauna, unusual, odd, charismatic, iconic, wild, wildlife, spiny, beautiful, natural, closeup, background, Kristian Bell Photography, 968665156

A wild short-beaked echidna (Tachyglossus aculeatus) wandering through scrub, foraging for food
One of the weird and iconic animals of Australia, this echidna (which looks similar to a hedgehog but is totally unrelated) was foraging between rocks and grass clumps for ants

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

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Crablike Spiny Orbweaver Spider - with raindrops on carapace on web - Klungkung, Bali, Indonesia Date: 02-Aug-20

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Crablike Spiny Orbweaver Spider - extruding silk thread on web - Klungkung, Bali, Indonesia Date: 05-Nov-04

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Crablike Spiny Orbweaver Spider on web - Klungkung, Bali, Indonesia Date: 05-Nov-04

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Crablike Spiny Orbweaver Spider on web - Klungkung, Bali, Indonesia Date: 05-Nov-04

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Crablike Spiny Orbweaver Spider on web - Klungkung, Bali, Indonesia Date: 05-Nov-04

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Juvenile Painted Spiny Lobster - night dive - Sahaung dive site, Bangka Island, north Sulawesi, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean Date: 24-03-2016

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"Embracing the Beauty of Spiny Wonders: From Sea Holly to Pygmy Seahorses" Discover a world filled with fascinating spiky creatures and plants that captivate our senses. 🌵🦔🌸 In the depths of the ocean, the enchanting Sea Holly (Eryngium sp. ) thrives, boasting vibrant blue hues amidst its spiny leaves. Its delicate beauty is mirrored by the intricate patterns on Sceloporus asper, a remarkable spiny lizard found in various habitats. Venturing into Durham, England, we encounter an adorable Hedgehog (Erinaceinae), known for its endearing appearance and protective spikes. This charming creature represents resilience and adaptability in nature's kingdom. Nature's artistry continues with Prickly Pear Cactus flowers blooming in stunning colors against their thorny backdrop. These resilient blooms remind us that even amidst adversity, beauty can flourish. The Thistle flower fairy (Carduus nutans) gracefully dances among prickly petals, showcasing how even seemingly sharp edges can hold elegance and grace. Delving deeper into nature's wonders reveals a microscopic marvel - the Spiny Spider captured through scanning electron microscopy (SEM). Its intricate details highlight both fragility and strength within this arachnid realm. Traveling to Jardin de Cactus near Guatiza in Lanzarote, Canary Islands, Spain brings us face-to-face with an extraordinary landscape adorned with diverse cacti species like Tree Cholla. These majestic desert dwellers prove that survival often requires embracing one's own unique defenses. Australia's Victoria region introduces us to a pregnant pygmy seahorse - a testament to life flourishing amidst challenging environments. Their tiny size belies their incredible ability to adapt and thrive underwater. Returning once again to Jardin de Cactus near Guatiza invites us into another chapter of botanical wonderment where Woolly Thistle (Cirsium eriophorum) blooms on limestone.