Cornuta Collection

Woodcock bee-orchid, Ophrys scolopax subsp. cornuta (Horned ophrys, Ophrys cornuta). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Barclay after an illustration by Miss Sarah Drake from Edwards

Surinam toad, Pipa pipa, male 1 and female with eggs on its back 2, and Surinam horned frog, Ceratophrys cornuta 3
FLO4574254 Surinam toad, Pipa pipa, male 1 and female with eggs on its back 2, and Surinam horned frog, Ceratophrys cornuta 3

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Brazilian Horn Frog, Ceratophrys cornutus, Native to Eastern South America, Mainly Brazil. Habitat: Tropical and Sub-Tropical Grasslands and Savannahs Date: 30/07/2008

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Endangered Mona Island ground Iguana (Cyclura cornuta stejnegeri). Pajaros beach area, Mona Island, Puerto Rico Date: 19/07/2007

Trunkfish and longhorn cowfish
Smooth trunkfish, Rhinesomus triqueter 39, longhorn cowfish, Lactoria cornuta 40, and thornback trunkfish, Tetrosomus gibbosus 41

Longhorn cowfish, Lactoria cornuta (Ostracion cornutus). Handcoloured lithograph from Georg Friedrich Treitschkes Gallery of Natural History, Naturhistorischer Bildersaal des Thierreiches, Liepzig

Surinam horned frog, Ceratophrys cornuta
Surinam or Amazonian horned frog, Ceratophrys cornuta (Horned toad, Rana cornuta). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Hill after an illustration by George Shaw from his General Zoology, Amphibia

Pheasant-tailed jacana and horned screamer
Pheasant-tailed jacana, Hydrophasianus chirurgus, and horned screamer, Anhima cornuta. Handcoloured engraving by Fournier after an illustration by Edouard Travies from Charles d Orbignys Dictionnaire

Horned screamer, Anhima cornuta (Palamedea cornuta). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by John Latham from his own A General History of Birds, Winchester, 1824

Scrawled cowfish and longhorn cowfish
Scrawled cowfish, Acanthostracion quadricornis 1, 2, and longhorn cowfish, Lactoria cornuta 3. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Plee Sr

Gurnard, needlefish, cowfish, herring and porcupinefish
Gurnard, Chelidonichthys species 1, needlefish, Belone belone 2, longhorn cowfish, Lactoria cornuta 3, herring, Clupea harengus 4, and few-spined porcupinefish, Chilomycterus reticulatus 5

Ostraciontes cowfish species
Ostraciontes: Longhorn cowfish, Lactoria cornuta, scrawled cowfish, Acanthostracion quadricornis, striped cowfish, Aracana aurita, and humpback turret fish, Tetrosomus gibbosus

Sulphur-crested Cockatoo and horned screamer
Cacatua galerita, Sulphur-crested Cockatoo, and horned screamer, Anhima cornuta Kakatoes et kamichi. Handcoloured steel engraving drawn

European rhinoceros beetle and European orchard bee
European rhinoceros beetle, Oryctes nasicornis, pupa and larva, European orchard bee, Osmia cornuta, and nest. Oryctes, Osmies

Damselfly, carpenter bee and potter wasp
Helicopter damselfly, Mecistogaster lucretia 1, tropical carpenter bee, Xylocopa latipes 2, and potter wasp, Synagris cornuta, male 3. Handcoloured lithograph from John O

Electric eel, torpedo, batfish, cowfish and sargassum fish
Electric eel, Electrophorus electricus 1, eyed electric ray, Torpedo torpedo 2, Brazilian batfish, Ogcocephalus vespertilio 3, longhorn cowfish, Lactoria cornuta 4, and sargassum fish

A Horned Screamer standing on grass at London Zoo in September 1927 (b / w photo)
3601556 A Horned Screamer standing on grass at London Zoo in September 1927 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British

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Horned screamer, Anhima cornuta, and wattled jacana, Jacana jacana.. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Dumont de Sainte-Croixs Dictionary of Natural Science: Ornithology, Paris, France

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Horned Hemlet Shell - with Crinoid (Class Crinoidea) Date:

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Longhorn Cowfish with long spines. Date:

Horned fish or longhorn cowfish, Lactoria cornuta.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from The Naturalists Pocket Magazine; or

Horned frog, Ceratophrys cornuta.. Handcolored copperplate zoological engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, 1792

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Longhorn Cowfish with long spines. Date:

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Longhorn Cowfish / Trunk Fish tropical shallow coastal waters and reefs Indo-Pacific Date:

Cothurnocystis elizae Bather, carpoid
The carpoids were a member of the Echinoderms. Specimen dates from the Upper Ordovician, Armillan Series, Drummuck Group Starfish Bed. Ayrshire c. 449m yrs old

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"Cornuta: A Fascinating World of Horned Wonders" Step into the enchanting realm of "cornuta, " where nature's creativity knows no bounds. From Woodcock bee-orchids to Longhorn cowfish, this diverse group of species captivates with their unique horn-like features and captivating beauty. One such marvel is the Woodcock bee-orchid, scientifically known as Ophrys scolopax subsp. Cornuta. With its delicate petals resembling a woodcock bird in flight, it effortlessly lures bees with its intricate patterns and alluring fragrance. Delving deeper into the aquatic world, we encounter the mesmerizing Trunkfish and Longhorn cowfish. These underwater gems showcase stunning horns that serve both protective and navigational purposes, making them stand out amidst vibrant coral reefs. Venturing onto land, we meet the Surinam horned frog or Ceratophrys cornuta—a master of disguise with its spiky protrusions camouflaging it among leaf litter. This amphibian's impressive horns are not only visually striking but also aid in capturing unsuspecting prey. In South America's wetlands, the Pheasant-tailed jacana gracefully shares its habitat with another horned wonder—the Horned screamer (Anhima cornuta). Its majestic crown-like projection atop its head adds an air of regality to these marsh-dwelling birds. The Scrawled cowfish and Longhorn cowfish take us back to marine ecosystems where their elongated snouts adorned with prominent horns help them navigate through seagrass beds while foraging for food alongside Gurnard needlefishes, herring schools, and porcupine fishes. Amongst Ostraciontes cowfish species lies a treasure trove of diversity—each boasting distinct horn formations that make them truly one-of-a-kind inhabitants of tropical waters worldwide. Their armored bodies provide protection against predators while showcasing nature's artistic flair.