Squamata Collection (page 21)

Western green snake C016 / 5880
Western green snake (Philothamnus irregularis) specimen preserved in a spirit jar held in the Darwin Centre at the Natural History Museum, London

Western green snake C016 / 5879
Western green snake (Philothamnus irregularis) specimen preserved in a spirit jar held in the Darwin Centre at the Natural History Museum, London

Spiny lizard C016 / 5864
Spiny lizard (Sceloporus asper). Illustration from Proceedings of the Zoological Society of London (1897)

Egyptian cobra C016 / 5844
Egyptian cobra (Naja haje haje). Specimen of an Egyptian cobra emerging from a ceramic urn and coiling into its characteristic aggressive hissing stance

Tyrannosaurus rex model C016 / 5700
Tyrannosaurus rex model. This carnivorous dinosaur lived during the Upper Cretaceous period, 67 to 65 million years ago. So far three complete skulls have been found

Fossil torvosaurus dinosaur claw C016 / 5621
Fossil torvosaurus dinosaur claw. Torvosaurus, whose name means savage lizard, was a carnivore that lived during the upper Jurassic period. Its fossils have been found in Colorado, USA

Tyrannosaurus rex model C016 / 5585
Tyrannosaurus rex model. This carnivorous dinosaur lived during the Upper Cretaceous period, 67 to 65 million years ago. So far three complete skulls have been found

Sharovisaurus karatauensis, lizard fossil C016 / 5048
Sharovisaurus karatauensis, lizard fossil. This specimen was found in Kara Tau, Kazakhstan, in what was then the Soviet Union

Ardeosaurus brevipes, lizard fossil C016 / 5046
Ardeosaurus brevipes, lizard fossil cast. This specimen, from the Lithographic Limestone formation, Kimmeridgian, Workerstzell, Bavaria, Germany, dates from the Upper Jurassic period

Lizard embryo
Model of a lizard embryo

Lizard, Sri Lanka
A lizard resting on a fern in Sri Lanka, photographed by Harry Taylor

Python molurus, tiger python
Skeleton of a tiger python (Python molurus) from Southeast Asia, now part of the collections of the Natural History Museum, London

Snake and plant design
Drawing by Alfred Waterhouse for the ornamentation of the Natural History Museum, London, 1875-1876. Waterhouse designed the museum in the 1860s, and it first opened its doors on Easter Monday 1881

Chamaeleo jacksonii, Jacksons chameleon
Jacksons chameleon specimen in spirit jar held in the Darwin Centre at the Natural History Museum, London. This image is on display in the link corridor from the Life Galleries to the Darwin Centre

Philothamnus irregularis, western green snake
Western Green Snake specimen in spirit jar held in the Darwin Centre at the Natural History Museum, London. This image is on display in the link corridor from the Life Galleries to the Darwin Centre

Homoeosaurus maximiliani
A fossil specimen of Homoeosaurus maximiliani, a Sphenodontid lizard which dates back to the Triassic period. This specimen was discovered at the Kimeridgian Lithographic stone, Kelheim, Bavaria

Plate 99 from the John Reeves Collection (Zoology)
Plate 99 from the John Reeves Collection of Zoological Drawings from Canton, China 1774-1856

Watling Drawing 194
Caption describing a lizard in New South Wales, Australia

Sharovisaurus karatauensis
Fossil lizard from Kara Tau, Kasakhstan, USSR. Cast

From M. G. Perecca to G. A. Boulenger
A letter from M.G. Perecca to G.A. Boulenger featuring an illustration of a chameleon. 27 January 1906. DF 235/18/6/38

Columber kargi

Asps design
Drawing by Alfred Waterhouse for the ornamentation of the Natural History Museum, London, 1875-1876. Waterhouse designed the museum in the 1860s, and it first opened its doors on Easter Monday 1881

Passenger pigeon design
Drawing by Alfred Waterhouse for the ornamentation of the Natural History Museum, London, 1875-1876. Waterhouse designed the museum in the 1860s, and it first opened its doors on Easter Monday 1881

Detail of terracotta moulding of a snake in the Waterhouse B
The Waterhouse Buiding at the Natural History Museum, London was designed by Alfred Waterhouse (1830-1905) and first opened its doors on Easter Monday 1881

Homonota darwini and Naultinuselegans, two species of lizar

Spirit jars containing small lizards
Specimens collected by Charles Darwin (1809-1882) during his Beagle Voyage, now held by the Natural History Museum, London

Snake by Albertus Seba
Tab 54, depicting a snake from Thesaurus, by Albertus Seba

Oedura marmorata, marbled velvet gecko. Lectotype, catalogue number BMNH XXII 2b

Agama by John Edward Gray
Note on a peculiar structure in the head of an Agama by John Edward Gray. Passage taken from Zoological Miscellany by John Edward Gray, 1831. Part two of two

Snake skin

Lacerta viridis, green lizard
Plate 38 from Proc. Zoological Society London, 1884 of various views of a green lizard. Held in the Zoology Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Reptile specimens in the Darwin Centre
Various reptile specimens stored in spirit in the Darwin Centre, at the Natural History Museum, London

Thamnophis sp. garter snake
Hand coloured etching from The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama islands (1731) Vol. 2 by Mark Catesby. Entitled The Green Spotted Snake

Farancia sp. mud snake
Hand coloured etching from The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama islands (1731) Vol. 2 by Mark Catesby. Entitled Wampum Snake

Crotalus sp. brown viper

Crotalus sp. rattlesnake
Hand coloured etching from The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama islands (1731) Vol. 2 by Mark Catesby. Entitled The Rattlesnake

Masticophis flagellum, coachwhip snake
Hand coloured etching from The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama islands (1731) Vol. 2 by Mark Catesby. Entitled The Coach-Whip Snake

Crotalus sp. black viper
Hand coloured etching from The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama islands (1731) Vol. 2 by Mark Catesby. Entitled The Black Viper

Storeria sp. brown snake
Hand coloured etching from The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama islands (1731) Vol. 2 by Mark Catesby. Entitled Little Brown Bead Snake

Lizard specimen held in the Darwin Centre
Lizard specimen in a spirit jar held in the Darwin Centre at the Natural History Museum, London

Iguana delicatissima, West Indian iguana
West Indian iguana in a specimen jar held at the Natural History Museum, London

Varanus komodoensis, Komodo dragon
Specimen of a Komodo dragon, the largest species of lizard in the world on display at the Natural History Museum at Tring, part of the Natural History Museum, London

Desert lizard, Abu Dhabi
A desert lizard sitting on a bush photographed in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi

Tangara chilensis, paradise tanager and snake
Hand coloured engraving, by George Edwards (1694- 1773), 1759. Paper size: 285 x 120 mm. Original artwork held by the Natural History Museum

Quartz box and carved lizard
An ornamental box set with different quartz stones (silicon dioxide) including a large central citrine together with a carved lizard in cat s-eye quartz

Iguanas. Specie of lizard. Engraving after a

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An adult female Brown Basilisk (Basiliscus vittatus) sits atop a rock on the floor of the rainforest. Corcovado National Park, Costa Rica

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"Squamata: Exploring the Diverse World of Reptiles" Discover the fascinating world of Squamata, a diverse group of reptiles that includes some of nature's most intriguing creatures. From the mighty Komodo Dragon (Varanus komodoensis) found in Rinca Island, within Indonesia's breathtaking Komodo National Park, to the elusive Short-nosed vine snake (Ahaetulla prasina), these reptiles captivate us with their unique characteristics. Behold the majestic flying gecko (Ptychozoon kohli), gracefully gliding through the air with its remarkable membrane-covered wings. Marvel at the spiny lizard (Sceloporus asper), adorned with sharp scales for protection and blending seamlessly into its surroundings. Delve into history and encounter ancient marine reptiles like Mosasaur: Platycarpus ictericus, reminding us of Earth's prehistoric past. Witness an incredible display of defense mechanisms as a member ejects an intruder from its territory. Experience awe-inspiring moments underwater as Marine iguanas (Amblyrhynchus cristatus) swim effortlessly around Fernandina Island in Galapagos, showcasing their adaptability to both land and sea. As day turns to dusk, admire silhouettes against vibrant sunsets - Marine iguanas casting enchanting shadows at Punta Vicente Roca. Encounter danger personified in Malaysia's King cobra (Ophiophagus hannah) poised in a striking pose while Bungarus fasciatus, also known as Banded Krait, reminds us of nature's delicate balance between beauty and venomous power. Immerse yourself in this captivating realm where John Reeves' Zoology Collection showcases Plate 102 – a testament to human fascination with Squamata throughout history. Explore their intricate biology, mesmerizing behaviors, and stunning adaptations that have allowed them to thrive in diverse habitats across the globe.