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Synapsida Collection

Synapsida, a diverse group of animals that includes mammals and their extinct relatives, has captured the attention of researchers and nature enthusiasts alike

Background imageSynapsida Collection: Long-eared Owl (Asio otus) perching in a tree, circumpolar species, British Columbia

Long-eared Owl (Asio otus) perching in a tree, circumpolar species, British Columbia, Canada

Background imageSynapsida Collection: Great Horned Owl (Bubo virginianus) pale form, perched in tree, Alberta, Canada

Great Horned Owl (Bubo virginianus) pale form, perched in tree, Alberta, Canada

Background imageSynapsida Collection: Northern Hawk Owl (Surnia ulula) at nest with chicks, Alaska

Northern Hawk Owl (Surnia ulula) at nest with chicks, Alaska

Background imageSynapsida Collection: Bengal Tiger (Panthera tigris tigris) portrait, at Woodland Park Zoo, Seattle, Washington

Bengal Tiger (Panthera tigris tigris) portrait, at Woodland Park Zoo, Seattle, Washington, native to India and southeast Asia

Background imageSynapsida Collection: Bottlenose Dolphin (Tursiops truncatus) portrait

Bottlenose Dolphin (Tursiops truncatus) portrait

Background imageSynapsida Collection: African Elephant (Loxodonta africana) mother and calf silhouetted at sunset, Kenya

African Elephant (Loxodonta africana) mother and calf silhouetted at sunset, Kenya

Background imageSynapsida Collection: Blue Whale (Balaenoptera musculus) tail, Sea of Cortez, Mexico

Blue Whale (Balaenoptera musculus) tail, Sea of Cortez, Mexico

Background imageSynapsida Collection: Short-finned Pilot Whale (Globicephala macrorhynchus) group underwater, Hawaii

Short-finned Pilot Whale (Globicephala macrorhynchus) group underwater, Hawaii

Background imageSynapsida Collection: Bowhead Whale (Balaena mysticetus) juvenile basking, Baffin Island, Canada

Bowhead Whale (Balaena mysticetus) juvenile basking, Baffin Island, Canada

Background imageSynapsida Collection: Southern Right Whale (Eubalaena australis) fluke, Argentina

Southern Right Whale (Eubalaena australis) fluke, Argentina

Background imageSynapsida Collection: Southern Right Whale (Eubalaena australis) surfacing, Peninsula Valdez, Argentina

Southern Right Whale (Eubalaena australis) surfacing, Peninsula Valdez, Argentina

Background imageSynapsida Collection: Bowhead Whale (Balaena mysticetus) tail, Baffin Island, Canada

Bowhead Whale (Balaena mysticetus) tail, Baffin Island, Canada

Background imageSynapsida Collection: Long-eared Owl (Asio otus) perched in tree, circumpolar species, British Columbia, Canada

Long-eared Owl (Asio otus) perched in tree, circumpolar species, British Columbia, Canada

Background imageSynapsida Collection: African Elephant (Loxodonta africana) orphan, Natumi, charging and playing in mud bath

African Elephant (Loxodonta africana) orphan, Natumi, charging and playing in mud bath, David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, Tsavo East National Park, Kenya

Background imageSynapsida Collection: Humpback Whale (Megaptera novaeangliae) singing, Maui

Humpback Whale (Megaptera novaeangliae) singing, Maui

Background imageSynapsida Collection: Humpback Whale (Megaptera novaeangliae) breaching

Humpback Whale (Megaptera novaeangliae) breaching

Background imageSynapsida Collection: Beluga (Delphinapterus leucas) group underwater

Beluga (Delphinapterus leucas) group underwater

Background imageSynapsida Collection: Southern Right Whale (Eubalaena australis) tail, Peninsula Valdez, Argentina

Southern Right Whale (Eubalaena australis) tail, Peninsula Valdez, Argentina

Background imageSynapsida Collection: Cynognathus skull

Cynognathus skull
A fossil skull that belonged to the extinct mammal-like reptile, Cynognathus. It lived during the Triassic period, 245 to 208 million years ago. Typical length of entire creature 1.8 metres

Background imageSynapsida Collection: Dimetrodon pair, artwork

Dimetrodon pair, artwork. Dimetrodon (meaning two-measure tooth ) lived in the early Permian period, around 270 million years ago

Background imageSynapsida Collection: Dimetrodon, artwork

Dimetrodon, artwork. Dimetrodon (meaning two-measure tooth ) lived in the early Permian period, around 270 million years ago



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Synapsida, a diverse group of animals that includes mammals and their extinct relatives, has captured the attention of researchers and nature enthusiasts alike. From the Long-eared Owl perching in a tree in British Columbia to the Great Horned Owl in Alberta, Canada, these circumpolar species showcase the beauty and adaptability of synapsids. In Alaska, the Northern Hawk Owl tends to its nest with chicks, demonstrating the nurturing instincts within this ancient lineage. Meanwhile, at Woodland Park Zoo in Seattle, Washington, a Bengal Tiger portrait showcases the power and grace of these magnificent creatures. Moving underwater, we encounter the intelligent Bottlenose Dolphin with its captivating portrait. In Kenya's sunset silhouette lies an African Elephant mother and calf—a heartwarming scene that highlights their strong familial bonds. Venturing into marine environments brings us face-to-face with giants such as the Blue Whale's majestic tail in Mexico's Sea of Cortez. The Short-finned Pilot Whale group gracefully glides through Hawaiian waters while Baffin Island offers a glimpse of juvenile Bowhead Whales basking under Arctic skies. The Southern Right Whale leaves its mark on Argentina's Peninsula Valdez as it surfaces amidst breathtaking landscapes. Finally, another Bowhead Whale tail reminds us of their presence off Baffin Island. These glimpses into synapsid life remind us of our shared evolutionary history with these remarkable creatures. Through conservation efforts worldwide, we can ensure that future generations will continue to marvel at their splendor for years to come.