Caniformia Collection (page 7)

Pteropus poliocephalus, grey-headed flying fox
The cranial view of the skull of a grey-headed flying fox; a megabat measuring 7cm. The long snout helps it to smell out fruit. See also 40857

Lepus timidus, Mustela erminea and Mustela nivalis
Arctic hare, ermine and least weasel. Mountain hare, stoat and weasel. Plate from a collection of pencil sketches and watercolour drawings of British mammals c

Martes martes, European pine marten
Plate from a collection of pencil sketches and watercolour drawings of British mammals c. 1890-1910 by Edward Adrian Wilson (1872-1912)

Mustela putorius, European polecat
Plate 32 from the Collection of Watercolour Drawings of British Vertebrates, 1830-1841, by William MacGillivray (1796-1851)

Putorius fontanierii & P. astutus
Plate 61 from Recherches pour servir a l histoire naturelle des Mammifcres, Vols. 1-4, 1868-74, by Dr. Henri Milne-Edwards (1800-1885) & Dr. Alphonse Milne-Edwards (1835-1900)

Dusicyon antarcticus, Falkland fox
Study skin of a female specimen from West Falkland Island. Scale is in centimetres

Meles sp. badger
Plate 24 from Recherches pour servir a l histoire naturelle des Mammifcres, Vols. 1-4, 1868-74, by Dr. Henri Milne-Edwards (1800-1885) & Dr. Alphonse Milne-Edwards (1835-1900)

Odobenus rosmarus, walrus
Trichechus rosmarus, walrus. Plate 12 from British Mammals Vol. 1 & 2 by Archibald Thorburn, 1920-21

Arctocephalus forsteri, New Zealand fur seal
A drawing of the lateral view of the skeleton of a New Zealand fur seal. Figure 7 from Seals of the World by Judith E. King. Published by The British Museum of Natural History, 1964

Meles obseurus, badger
Plate 62 from Recherches pour servir a l histoire naturelle des Mammifcres, Vols. 1-4, 1868-74, by Dr. Henri Milne-Edwards (1800-1885) & Dr. Alphonse Milne-Edwards (1835-1900)

British Mammals Title Page
Title page of Vol. 1 from British Mammals Vol. 1 & 2, written and illustrated with 50 colour plates and pen and ink sketches by Archibald Thorburn F.Z.S

Adriosaurus suessi
Neocomian fossil lizard from the Isle of Lesina, Dalmatia

Ursus speleaus, great cave bear
Fig. 28 from A History of British Fossil Mammals and Birds, by Sir Richard Owen (1804-1892), published in 12 parts, 1844-1846

Canis lupus hodophilax, Japanese wolf
Photograph of the skin of a male Japanese wolf presented to the Natural History Museum by the Duke of Bedford, 1905, together with a skull specimen. See image references 11280, 11281 & 11282

Talpa sp. mole
LS Plate 81 of the John Reeves Collection of Zoological Drawings from Canton, China, 1774-1856

Pithecia pithecia, white-faced saki
Fox-tailed Monkey, Simia pithecia. Plate facing p. 169 of Museum Leverianum; specimens from the museum of the late Sir Ashton Lever, by George Shaw. Published by James Parkinson, proprietor, 1792-1796

Meles leptorynchus, Eurasian badger
Plate 25 from Recherches pour servir a l histoire naturelle des Mammifcres, Vols. 1-4, 1868-74, by Dr. Henri Milne-Edwards (1800-1885) & Dr. Alphonse Milne-Edwards (1835-1900)

Putorius davidianus & P. moupinensis
Plate 59 from Recherches pour servir a l histoire naturelle des Mammifcres, Vols. 1-4, 1868-74, by Dr. Henri Milne-Edwards (1800-1885) & Dr. Alphonse Milne-Edwards (1835-1900)

Woodland animals
Page 32 and 33 from Introducing Ecology Nature at Work

Halichoerus grypus, grey seal
Grey seal, Dingle Bay, Ireland, 1905. Plate from a collection of pencil sketches and watercolour drawings of British mammals c. 1890-1910 by Edward Adrian Wilson (1872-1912)

Mustela erminea, ermine and Oryctolagus cuniculus, European
Stoats attacking rabbit. Plate from a collection of pencil sketches and watercolour drawings of British mammals c. 1890-1910 by Edward Adrian Wilson (1872-1912)

Phoca vitulina, harbour seal
Plate from a collection of pencil sketches and watercolour drawings of British mammals c. 1890-1910 by Edward Adrian Wilson (1872-1912)

Lutra lutra, European otter
Plate from a collection of pencil sketches and watercolour drawings of British mammals c. 1890-1910 by Edward Adrian Wilson (1872-1912)

Ursus spelaeus, cave bear
Skull specimen of a cave bear (Ursus spelaeus) from the Natural History Museums Palaeotology department

Hesperocyon
Fossil from the Natural History Museum s, Palaeontology Department

Thomas Henry Huxley (1825-1895)
Portrait of Thomas Henry Huxley, a zoologist, a strong advocate of Charles Darwin, and author of many publications including The Physical Basis of Life (1868)

Child with Explorer Pack
A child explorer viewing a stuffed polar bear specimen on display in the Mammals Gallery within the life Galleries of the Natural History Museum, London

Chihuahua
The Chihuahua is the smallest breed of dog in the world and is named for the Chihuahua region in Mexico. Photographed by Harry Taylor

Georgie a giant schnauzer, photographed by Harry Taylor

Jasper a Hungarian viszla, photographed by Harry Taylor

London Jack, The Orphanage Friend. This dog from 1894 to 1900 collected for the L&S.W.R servants orphanage e250 & for other charitable objects e200

Pteropus livingstonii, Comoro black flying fox
Photograph showing view from above and left side of two Comoro black flying fox, or Livingstones flying fox, skull specimens

Great Dane
A Great Dane, photographed by Harry Taylor

Staffordshire terrier
A Staffordshire terrier, photographed by Harry Taylor

Great Dane with Chihuahua
A Great Dane with Chihuahua, photographed by Harry Taylor

Bauera rubioides, dog rose
Hand coloured etching by Henry C. Andrews (fl. 1796-1828). Published in The botanists repository for new and rare plants (1816)

Gallery 1, The Natural History Museum at Tring
The Natural History Museum at Tring. Once the private museum of Lionel Walter, 2nd Baron Rothschild (1868-1937), and part of the Natural History Museum, London since 1937

Arctia caja, garden tiger moth
Photograph of a mounted specimen of the garden tiger moth

Procyon lotor, common raccoon
The right side of a common raccoon skull specimen, held at the Natural History Museum. Phototgraph published on page 250 of the Dorling Kindersley Nature Encyclopedia, 1998. See also 28779

Passerella iliaca, fox sparrow
Plate 108 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1831-34), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

A Hair-Breadth Escape
Plate 2 taken from The Life and Habits of Wild Animals, illustrated by designs by Joseph Wolf, London 1874

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Caniformia, a diverse group of mammals that includes dogs, wolves, weasels, and even extinct species like the thylacine. This fascinating order has captured the attention of scientists and animal lovers alike throughout history. One notable figure who contributed to our understanding was Mary Anning (1799-1847). Known for her fossil discoveries along the English coast, she unearthed ancient remains that shed light on the evolution of these remarkable creatures. Heathland habitats provide an ideal environment for many caniforms to thrive. From Ballyregan Bob, a majestic greyhound known for its speed and grace, to stoats with their stunning winter fur found in Allgau, Bavaria - these animals have adapted to various landscapes across the globe. The thylacine or Tasmanian tiger is another intriguing member of Caniformia. Sadly extinct now due to human activities, this unique marsupial had dog-like features but carried its young in a pouch. Mustela nivalis or least weasel showcases how small members can be just as captivating. With their sleek bodies and incredible hunting skills they can true marvels of nature. The influence of caniforms extends beyond biology into art and culture. The Greyhound design has inspired countless artists throughout history; Edward Donovan's depiction of "The Wolf" captures both power and elegance in one image. Even lesser-known species like the yellow-throated marten leave an impression through artwork such as C016 / 5897. These elusive creatures add beauty and mystery to our natural world. Domesticated breeds like Kita the Norwegian elkhound remind us of our close relationship with caniforms. Their loyalty and companionship make them cherished members of many households worldwide. Lastly, let's not forget about Mick the Miller - a legendary greyhound celebrated for his racing prowess. His achievements showcase both athleticism and determination within the caniform family.