Cirripedia Collection

Gooseneck barnacles (Pollicipes Polymerus) amongst kelp, Nakwakto Rapids, Slingsby Channel, British Columbia, Canada. September

A clump of Pelagic Gooseneck / Smooth Gooseneck Barnacles being suspended out of water
3116202 A clump of Pelagic Gooseneck / Smooth Gooseneck Barnacles being suspended out of water on a rope, London Zoo, March 1925 (b/w photo) by Bond

Split level of Acorn barnacles (Balanus glandula) just below the surface, Seven Tree Island, Browning Pass, Queen Charlotte Strait, British Columbia, Canada. September

Limpets and Barnacles on rock, Alentejo, Natural Park of South West Alentejano and Costa Vicentina, Portugal, June 2009

Cirripedia, 19th century

Illustration of young mantis shrimp and barnacle

Illustration shows barnacles. Cirripedia. - Rankenkreble, 1 print : photomechanical; sheet 36 x 26 cm. 1904. Ernst Haeckel 1834 a 1919 German biologist, naturalist, philosopher, physician, professor

Cirripedia, barnacles inhabiting the surface of a rock under water

Barnacle, 19th century artwork C016 / 5989
Acorn barnacle (Coronula diarnderna), watercolour. Plate 10 by Anna Atkins from her 256 original drawings for Lamarcks Genera of shells (1822-24)

Goose barnacles feeding C017 / 8440
Goose barnacles (Lepas anatifera) feeding underwater. These cirripedian crustaceans attach themselves to boats and driftwood

Pollicipes mitella
These barnacles were collected by Hugh Cuming who is mostly known for collecting shells. He gave Darwin his barnacle collection to study

Balanus tintinnabulum, balanidae barnacles
Plate 1 by George Sowerby from Charles Darwins Monograph on the sub-class Cirripedia, with figures of all the species: the Balan

Balanus tintinnabulum, bell barnacle
Watercolour by Olivia Fanny Tonge (1858-1949). Sized 180 x 260mm. From one of sixteen sketchbooks presented to the Museum in 1952

Stramentum, a fossil barnacle
Cretaceous goose-necked barnacle Stramentum from the Chalk of Kent, England, about 2 cm wide

Coronula diarnderna
Plate 10, watercolour by Anna Atkins from her 256 original drawings for Lamarcks Genera of shells, 1822-24

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"Cirripedia: The Fascinating World of Barnacles" Discover the enchanting world of Cirripedia, a diverse group of crustaceans that includes barnacles. From the Gooseneck barnacles gracefully swaying amongst kelp in Nakwakto Rapids to the Pelagic and Smooth Gooseneck Barnacles suspended out of water, these creatures never fail to captivate. Take a peek below the surface and witness the Split level of Acorn barnacles just beneath the water's edge, creating a mesmerizing sight. Alongside them, Limpets and Barnacles coexist on rocky surfaces in Alentejo's Natural Park of South West Alentejano and Costa Vicentina, showcasing nature's intricate balance. Dating back centuries, it has intrigued scientists for years. 19th-century illustrations depict their unique forms with precision - from young mantis shrimp seeking shelter among barnacle colonies to detailed depictions highlighting their distinct features. These remarkable creatures can be found inhabiting every corner of our oceans. Whether it is barnacles adorning rocks underwater or Goose barnacles feeding effortlessly in their natural habitat, they remind us of nature's resilience and adaptability. Let your imagination wander as you envision Pollicipes mitella clinging onto rocks with tenacity while Humpback whales glide through nearby waters undisturbed by their presence. Cirripedia truly adds depth to our understanding of marine ecosystems. So next time you encounter a cluster of barnacles or stumble upon an illustration depicting these intriguing creatures, take a moment to appreciate their beauty and significance within our vast oceanic realm.