Carapace Collection (page 5)

Leopard tortoise eating F007 / 6527
Leopard tortoise (Geochelone pardalis) eating

Leopard tortoise F007 / 6523
Leopard tortoise (Geochelone pardalis)

Leopard tortoise F007 / 6525
Leopard tortoise (Geochelone pardalis)

Triceratops dinosaur, artwork
Triceratops dinosaur, computer artwork. This herbivorous dinosaur lived during the Cretaceous period

Stone crab. Front view of an Aethra scruposa stone crab, showing its spiny upper shell (carapace). This crab lives in the Indian Ocean around Mauritius and the Mascarene Islands

Mangrove crab (Ucides cordatus). This crab lives in colonies amongst the mangroves and mudbanks along the Atlantic coast of South America. The carapace (shell) of this specimen measures 10cm wide

Pebble crab (Etisus utilis). This crab lives at a depth of 10-15 metres in the Indo-Pacific regions. Its carapace (upper shell)

Shame-faced crab (Calappa calappa). This crab lives at a depth of 10-50 metres in the Indo-Pacific regions. Shame-faced crabs are so-named due to the way the crabs chelae (claws)

Lissa ciragra crab. This crab lives at a depth of 30-60 metres in the Mediterranean and Adriatic seas. The carapace (shell) of this specimen measures 5cm wide

Glyptoxanthus labyrinthicus crab. This crab is found on reefs along the Pacific coast of South America. Its carapace (upper shell) is covered in a series of channels (shown here)

Great spider crab and bryozoa. Great spider crab (Hyas araneus) carrying a bryozoan colony. This crab lives at a depth of 500-2000 metres in Atlantic waters and the North Sea

Male fiddler crab (Uca tetragonon). This crab is found throughout Polynesia. Male fiddler crabs (Uca sp.) communicate to rivals and potential mates by a sequence of waves

Ghost crab (Ocypode cursor). This crab is found on sandy beaches along the coasts of the eastern Atlantic Ocean and eastern Mediterranean Sea

Carrier crab (Homolochunia kullar). This crab lives at a depth of 500-1000 metres in the Pacific Ocean around New Caledonia and Eastern Australia. Unusually, it has rear and front pincers

Calthrop crab (Rhinolambrus contrarius). This crab lives at a depth of 50-60 metres in Indonesia and the West Pacific. The carapace (shell) of this specimen measures 4cm wide

Fairy Shrimp female C015 / 0882
Fairy Shrimp Chirocephalus diaphanus female. Fairy shrimps swim around on their backs, propelled by the constantly moving legs. Fossils of Fairy Shrimps have been found in Cambrian rocks in Sweden

Common shore crab C017 / 8444
Common shore crab (Carcinus maenas). The colour of this crab varies. As its name suggests, this crab lives on sea shores. It feeds on worms, molluscs, algae and carrion, using its powerful pincers

Red frog crab (Ranina ranina). This edible crab lives at a depth of 10-15 metres on the sea bed of the Indo-West Pacific, from the African east coast to Japan and across the Pacific Ocean to Hawaii

Moon crab (Matuta victor). This swimming crab is found in the Indo-West Pacific and has legs that are flattened to enable it to swim efficiently through the water

Male Poupinia hirsuta crab. This crab lives at a depth of around 450 metres in Polynesia. The discovery of Poupinia hirsuta was a great scientific event for carcinologists (specialists in crabs)

Guard crab (Trapezia rufopunctata). This crab lives on coral reefs in the Indo-Pacific, Maldives and Polynesia. The carapace (shell) of this specimen measures 2cm wide

Human-faced crab (Dorippe quadridens). This crab is found at a depth of 30-100 metres, throughout the South China Sea, Vietnam and the Indopacific, from Madagascar to Australia

Spotted rock crab (Carpilius maculatus). This edible crab lives at a depth of 10-15 metres in the Indo-West Pacific. Its carapace (upper shell)

Turtle, artwork C016 / 5679
Turtle (Trionyx sewaare). Illustration number 36 from Reptiles of India, China, Vol I

Encrinurus punctatus, trilobite fossils C016 / 4927
Encrinurus punctatus, trilobite fossils. Block of rock containing several fossils of the trilobite Encrinurus punctatus. Encrinurus had eyes on stalks

Biceratops, trilobite fossil C016 / 4845
Biceratops, trilobite fossil. Trilobites were arthropods that fed as they crawled on the seabed. They are now extinct. They had a carapace, or shell, that was divided into three parts

Fossilised tortoise shell C013 / 6678
Fossilised shell of a Stylemys nebrascensis tortoise. This animal was a large terrestrial tortoise that lived during the Oligocene epoch (around 34 to 23 million years ago)

Burgessia bella, fossil arthropod
An arthropod fossil which lived on the sea floor, dating from the Middle Cambrian, Burgess Shale, British Columbia

LS Plate 103 from the John Reeves Collection (Zoology)
LS Plate 103 from the John Reeves Collection of Zoological Drawings from Canton, China 1774-1856

LS Plate 102 from the John Reeves Collection (Zoology)
LS Plate 102 from the John Reeves Collection of Zoological Drawings from Canton, China 1774-1856

LS Plate 101 from the John Reeves Collection (Zoology)
LS Plate 101 from the John Reeves Collection of Zoological Drawings from Canton, China 1774-1856

LS Plate 96 from the John Reeves Collection (Zoology)
LS Plate 96 from the John Reeves Collection of Zoological Drawings from Canton, China 1774-1856

Geochelone carbonaria, red-footed tortoise

Plate 97 from the John Reeves Collection (Zoology)

Namyda agassizii, soft shelled tortoise of Georgia
Drawing 46 (Ewan 24) from the Botanical and zoological drawings (1756-1788) by William Bartram

Phacops rana africanus, trilobite
This trilobite shown in the balled position originated from the Devonian period c. 380-370 million years ago, in the Tifariti area, Spain

Ostracod
Scanning electron microscope image of an ostracod, an arthropod where the body is enclosed in a carapace (x 220)

Trionyx sewaare, turtle
Number 36, an illustration of a turtle in Reptiles of India, China, Vol I bequeathed by Maj. Gen. Hardwicke

Encrinurus punctatus, trilobites
A specimen of rock containing several fossils of the Trilobite Encrinurus punctatus. Encrinurus had eyes on stalks and grew to a size of approximatey 5cm

Calymene blumenbachii, trilobites
Specimens of this Devonian trilobite in various positions. Trilobites had a carapace, or shell. Trilobites were arthropods as crustaceans, spiders and insects are today

Porcellio sp. woodlouse

Biceratops, trilobite
Biceratops, a Cambrian trilobite. Trilobites had a carapace, or shell was divided into three parts. Trilobites were arthropods as crustaceans, spiders and insects are today

Eriocheir sinensis, Chinese mitten crab
A detailed section of the Chinese mitten crab (Eriosheir sinensis) showing the carapace. This species of crab originates from the Far East but it is now evident that it has taken up residence in

Stylemys nebrascensis, tortoise carapace
Depicted here is the carapace or shell of the Oligocene tortoise (Stylemys nebrascensis). Specimen originates from Western U.S.A

Detail of carapace, wild Galapagos tortoise (Geochelone elephantopus), Urbina Bay, Isabela Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador, South America

Ecuador. A Sally Lightfoot Crab, with its brilliantly colored carapace, is one of the most recognizable inhabitants of the Galapagos Islands

Crabs attacking an octopus, coloured X-ray

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"Exploring the Carapace: A Journey into Nature's Armor" Delve into the fascinating world of carapaces, starting with the magnificent Geochelone radiata, also known as the radiated tortoise. Its intricate shell pattern resembles a mesmerizing work of art, showcasing nature's creativity. But carapaces aren't limited to land-dwelling creatures; they extend beneath the ocean waves too. Imagine Calymene blumenbachii brongniart, a trilobite from ancient times, its fossilized exoskeleton serving as a window into prehistoric life. Speaking of history, did you know that even pests can have captivating carapaces? Take the Black Death rat flea for example - an artwork in itself with its tiny yet formidable armor protecting it from harm. Moving on to marine wonders, behold krill malacostracans. Their translucent side view reveals their delicate and intricately designed shells that play a vital role in our oceans' ecosystems. Of course, we cannot forget about turtles - masters construction. Whether it's Page 233 featuring "The Sea Tortoise or Turtle" or Page 230 showcasing "The Land Tortoise, " these water and land dwellers captivate us with their protective shields and graceful movements. As we explore further into this realm of armored wonders, let's not overlook some intriguing specimens like INDO 20-08 531 or INDO 20-06 series (81/342/341/338). Each one tells its own unique story through its distinctive carapace design. Join us on this journey where beauty meets strength and protection intertwines with nature's ingenuity. The world of carapaces awaits your discovery.