Bony Fish Collection (page 20)

Common Atlantic Mackerel, Scomber scombrus specimen, fish

Orange and silver Wakin, Goldfish, carassius auratus

Steel pompano (Trachinotus stilbe) fish swimming under stormy seas at Roca Redonda offshore Baja, Mexico, Pacific Ocean

Kyrtus indicus (Kurtus indicus)
Plate 169 - Naturgeschichte der ausl䮤 ischen Fische : mit sechs und dreissig Ausgemalten kupfern nach originalen (1785-95) by Marcus Elieser Bloch

Muraena helena
Plate 153 - Naturgeschichte der auslõ«ñischen Fische : mit sechs und dreissig Ausgemalten kupfern nach originalen (1785-95) by Marcus Elieser Bloch

Lophius histrio or The American toad-fish
Plate 111 - Naturgeschichte der auslõ«ñischen Fische : mit sechs und dreissig Ausgemalten kupfern nach originalen (1785-95) by Marcus Elieser Bloch

Pike, Esox masquinongy, muskellunge, side view

Istiophorus platypterus, sailfish, side view

European Sea Bass, Dicentrarchus labrax, side view

Striped Bass, Morone saxatilis, side view

Murray Cod, Maccullochella peeli, side view

Spiny puffer, Diodon holocanthus, in ordinary and blown up states, side view

European Eel (Anguilla anguilla), side view

Illustration of three types of fish, Bony fish (Osteichthyes), Cartilaginous fish (Chondrichthyes), and Jawless fish (Agnatha)

Smoked Whitefish (Coregonus hoferi) in the fish shop of the fisherman Thomas Lex on Fraueninsel, Womens Island, Lake Chiemsee, Chiemgau, Bavaria, Germany, Europe

Clarks Anemonefish or Yellowtail Clownfish -Amphiprion clarkii-, near Fahal, Oman

Neon Dottyback -Pseudochromis aldabraensis-, blenny, Gulf of Oman, Oman

Masked puffer -Arothron diadematus-, Red Sea, Egypt, Africa

Yellowmargin Triggerfish -Pseudobalistes flavimarginatus-, Palau

Balistoides conspicillum, clown triggerfish
A close up of plate 178 (LS) from the John Reeves Collection. John Reeves, a 19th Century Tea Inspector, travelled to Canton

Chaetodon lunula, raccoon butterflyfish
Ff. 27a Vol 2. Watercolour painting by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage to explore the southern continent 1768-1771

LS Plate 151 from the John Reeves Collection
John Reeves, a 19th Century Tea Inspector, travelled to Canton, China in order to develop a large collection of Chinese natural history drawings

Trachinotus carolinus, Florida pompano
Ff. 224. Pencil sketch by George Forster made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)

LS Plate 179 from the John Reeves Collection

Clinus superciliosus, super klipfish
Ff. 187. Watercolour painting by George Forster made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)

Rastrelliger kanagurta, Indian mackerel
Plate 33 by Louis-Isidore Duperrey from his Voyage de la Coquille 1822-1825, Zoologie Atlas, 1826

Echiichthys vipera, lesser weever fish
Photograph of the lesser weever fish (Echiichthys vipera), which lives in the English Channel, buried under the sea bed with its venomous dorsal fin showing above the sandy bottom

Teeth of Lepidotes
Shown here is a specimen of the button-like teeth of the fish Lepidotes originating from Israel

Agrias claudina, butterfly
Photograph of an Agrias claudina, Family Nymphalidae (Charaxinae)

Synodontis maculipinna, catfish
Synodontis is the most widely-distributed mochokid genus. This specimen was collected from the Rufigi River near Lake Tanganyika in Tanzania and arrived at the museum in 1922

Macropoma lewesiensis, an extinct coelacanth fish
Restoration of one of the last coelacanth fishes (Macropoma lewesiensis). It lived in the clear water chalk seas of sourthern England 85 mya, and grew to about 60 cm in length

Agrias claudina, butterfly
Photograph of an Agrias claudina, Family Nymphalidae (Charaxinae)

Lepidotes sp. wealden fish
Fosillised scales and teeth of the wealden fish (Lepidotes) found inside the ribs of the dinosaur Baryonyx walkeri, Surrey

Chauliodus sloani, viperfish
A specimen of the viperfish (Chauliodus sloani). This is the first specimen to be examined by a naturalist and the only remaining spirit preserved fish from the Sloane collection

Vandellia cirrhosa, candiru

Melanocetus johnsonii, humpback blackdevil
Specimen jar containing a humpback devilfish (Melanocetus johnsonii), held in the Darwin Centre at the Natural History Museum, London

Gyrodactylus, aquatic parasite
Scanning electron microscope (SEM) image of a monogenean, Gyrodactylus, a small leech-like parasite on the skin of a salmon (x 600)

Flying fish, X-ray. Flying fish (family Exocoetidae) are named for their habit of leaping out of the water to escape predators

Humphead wrasse (Cheilinus undulatus). This fish is one of the largest reef-associated species of fish. Photographed in the Red Sea, Egypt

Black musselcracker fish. Close-up of the head of the black musselcracker (Sparadon durbanensis). This fish feeds on crabs and other shellfish, using its strong jaws to crush their shells

Titan triggerfish. Close-up of the mouth of a titan triggerfish (Balistoides viridescens) showing the large teeth that it uses to break up the coral, shellfish and crustaceans on which it feeds

Sand Smelt - North Sea, North Atlantic, West African coast and West Mediterranean
PM-10432 Sand Smelt - North Sea North Atlantic, West African coast and West Mediterranean. Atherina presbyter Pat Morris Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Dorataspis diodon, radiolarian
A glass model of a radiolarian, created by Leopold and Rudolf Blaschka in the late nineteenth century and held at the Natural History Museum, London

A small spikey Butterfly Blenny, Blennius ocellaris

Two just-caught Rainbow Trouts left out to dry by fishing rod, close up

Silver Hatchetfish (Gasteropelecus levis), side view

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"Bony Fish: A Fascinating Underwater World" Dive into the mesmerizing world of bony fish, where an array of captivating species thrive. Witness the grace and beauty of nature as a Dugong male indulges in a seagrass meadow, its elongated body gliding effortlessly through the water. Meanwhile, Killer Whales or Orcas showcase their intelligence and teamwork as they navigate the vast ocean with precision. In the depths below, Piraputanga fish create a breathtaking underwater landscape at Aquario Natural in Rio Baia Bonito. Their vibrant colors blend harmoniously with their surroundings, creating an enchanting sight for any observer. The Hawksbill sea turtle gracefully swims over a coral reef, reminding us of the delicate balance that exists within our oceans. A Brown Trout reveals its intricate patterns while swimming sideways, showcasing its adaptability to various habitats. Tarpon portrait from Eleuthera in Bahamas takes our breath away with its sheer size and power; truly a majestic creature to behold. The Leopard catfish native to Amazon Basin adds charm to freshwater aquariums with its unique markings and playful behavior. Young European eels known as elvers or glass eels captivate us with their translucent bodies as they embark on their incredible journey across vast distances. Witnessing a Weedy Seadragon male carrying eggs through a kelp forest is like witnessing pure magic unfold before your eyes – it's an extraordinary display of parental care found only in these remarkable creatures. Delve deeper into the mysterious abyss where Malacosteus niger or stoplight loosejaw lurks; this deep-sea dweller possesses bioluminescent adaptations that make it both eerie and fascinating. As we explore further offshore, encounter the mighty Black Marlin displaying strength and agility unmatched by many other marine predators. Lastly, marvel at the Arabian Picasso triggerfish's vivid colors adorning coral reefs - nature's own masterpiece painted beneath turquoise waters.