Chordata Collection (page 26)

Ink-spot sea squirt and a crinoid
Ink-spot sea squirt (Polycarpa aurata, blue) and a crinoid (right) amongst coral. Sea squirts are sessile barrel-shaped animals that feed by filtering plankton from the water

Ink-spot sea squirt (Polycarpa aurata) amongst coral. Sea squirts are sessile barrel-shaped animals that feed by filtering plankton from the water

Strapweed filefish (Pseudomonacanthus macrurus). This fish can grow up to 18 centimetres in length and it can be found in shallow coastal algae reefs and estuaries

Black shrimp goby (Cryptocentrus fasciatus) emerging from a hole in the rocks. Gobies are types of actinopterygii or ray-finned fish. They usually inhabit sandy or rocky burrows

Hairy frogfish (Antennarius hispidus). This frogfish has skin formations that provide camouflage, allowing it to hide among algae and coral

Jaws of a shark, coloured X-ray

Primitive vertebrate, artwork
Primitive vertebrates, Haikouella lanceolata, artwork. H. lanceolata is an extinct, soft-bodied life-form, discovered in Lower Cambrian (520 million-year-old) deposits in Yunnan Province, China

Dog anatomy, artwork
Dog anatomy. Computer artwork showing the skeletal system of a domesticated dog (Canis lupus familiaris)

Sea squirt and lancelet, artwork
Sea squirt and lancelet. Historical artwork of longitudinal sections through a sea squirt (Ascidia, left) and a lancelet (Brachiostoma formerly Amphioxus, right). Illustration by Ernst Haeckel

Sperm Whale, Physeter catodon, Lesser Antilles, Caribbean, Dominica

Sperm Whale, Physeter catodon, Azores, Atlantic Ocean, Portugal

Eating Whale shark, Rhincodon thypus, Djibouti, Djibuti, Afar Triangle, Gulf of Aden, Gulf of Tadjourah, Africa

Barred Owl - fledgling just outside of their nest cavity. May in Connecticut, USA
JZ-3857 Barred Owl - fledgling just outside of their nest cavity. May in Connecticut, USA Strix varia Jim Zipp Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Barred Owl adult in day roost near nest cavity. May in Connecticut, USA
JZ-3845 Barred Owl adult in day roost near nest cavity. May in Connecticut, USA Strix varia Jim Zipp Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Barred Owl fledglings just outside of their nest cavity. May in Connecticut, USA
JZ-3841 Barred Owl fledglings just outside of their nest cavity. May in Connecticut, USA strix varia Jim Zipp Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Western Screech Owl - March - Southeast Arizona - USA
JZ-3962 Western Screech Owl - March Southeast Arizona - USA Otus kennicottii Jim Zipp Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Short-eared Owl - on fence post - in early morning light. RI - USA - February
JZ-3428 Short-eared Owl - on fence post - in early morning light. RI - USA - February Asio flammeus Jim Zipp Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Barred Owl - in flight - Florida - USA - in January
JZ-3346 Barred Owl - in flight Florida - USA - in January Strix varia Jim Zipp Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Barred Owl - Florida - USA - in January
JZ-3345 Barred Owl Florida - USA - in January Strix varia Jim Zipp Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

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"Discovering the Diverse World of Chordata: From Archaeopteryx to Sloths and Sea Lampreys" Journey back in time as we explore the fascinating world of chordates, starting with the bird-like dinosaur, Archaeopteryx. A heartwarming moment captured in Central America's Costa Rica, where a young Brown-throated Sloth nurses its adorable baby. Dive into the depths of the ocean and witness the mysterious sea lampreys through an engraving inspired by a detailed drawing. Immerse yourself in the vibrant marine life found at Cod Hole, North Ribbon Reef in Australia's Great Barrier Reef - behold the majestic potato cod. Unearth history through a mosaic uncovered in Merida (Augusta), depicting an exhilarating scene from a wild boar hunt. Marvel at Africa's unique predator, the African Wild Dog (lycaon pictus), showcased beautifully from a side view perspective. Embark on this captivating journey through various species within chordata – each capturing our imagination and showcasing nature's incredible diversity.