Derek Adams Collection

Crystal Palace Dinosaur Models
Models sculpted by Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins, working closely with Joseph Paxton and Richard Owen, were installed in the worlds first dinosaur park which opened at Crystal Palace Park in 1854

Crystal Palace Dinosaur Models
Models sculpted by Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins, working closely with Joseph Paxton and Richard Owen, were installed in the worlds first dinosaur park which opened at Crystal Palace Park in 1854

Quercus robur, oak leaves
Leaves from a common oak tree (Quercus robur) growing within the Natural History Museum Wildlife Garden. Photographed by Derek Adams, June 2003

Pond-dipping activities
Numerous school parties visit to enjoy pond-dipping within Museums Wildlife Garden. Photograph taken by Derek Adams in May 2003. Published in Wildlife Garden, 2004 by Roy Vickery page 59

Bryum capillare, bryum mosses
Bryum mosses (bryum capillare) are noticed more in the Natural History Museums Wildlife Garden during the winter months when other plants have died back. Photograph taken by Derek Adams, 2003

Taraxacum offininale, dandelion clock
Dandelion seeds (Taraxacum offininale) in the Wildlife Garden at the Natural History Museum, London. Photograph taken by Derek Adams, April 2003

Paving stones in the Wildlife Garden

Hyacinthoides nonscripta, bluebell
Bluebells (Hyacinthoides nonscripta) growing in the Wildlife Garden at the Natural History Museum, London. May 2003

Leucanthemum vulgare, oxeye daisy
Oxeye daisies (Leucanthemum vulgare) growing in the Wildlife Garden at the Natural History Museum, London. Photographed by Derek Adams, May 2003

Bryum capillare, bryum moss
When more vigorous plants have died back, bryum mosses (Bryum capillare) are revealed in the Wildlife Garden at the Natural History Museum, London. Photograph taken by Derek Adams, April 2003

Rosa sp. wild rose
Close-up of a wild rose (Rosa sp.) flower growing in the Wildlife Garden at the Natural History Museum, London. Photographed by Derek Adams, May 2003

Alnus glutinosa catkin, alder catkin
Bryum mosses (bryum capillare) are noticed more in the Natural History Museums Wildlife Garden during the winter months when other plants have died back. Photograph taken by Derek Adams, 2003

Dandelion growing in the Wildlife Garden at the Natural History Museum, London. Photographed by Derek Adams, May 2003

Fungi in the Wildlife Garden
Close-up of fungus growing in the Wildlife Garden at the Natural History Museum, London. Photograph taken by Derek Adams, March 2003

Leaf of fern in the Wildlife Garden
A close-up of a fern growing in the Wildlife Garden at the Natural History Museum, London. May 2003

Quercus robur, oak
Oak leaves growing in the Wildlife Garden at the Natural History Museum, London. May 2003

Viburnum lantana, wayfaring tree
The berries of a wayfaring tree (Viburnum sp.) growing within the Natural History Museum Wildlife Garden. Photographed by Derek Adams, July 2003

Tilia sp. lime
The seed of a lime tree (Tilia sp.) in the Wildlife Garden at the Natural History Museum, London. Photographed by Derek Adams, October 2003

Scabiosa columbaria, scabious
Scabious in the Wildlife Garden at the Natural History Museum, London. Photographed by Derek Adams, July 2004

Primula vulgaris, primrose
Primrose (Primula vulgaris) in the Wildlife Garden at the Natural History Museum, London. Photographed by Derek Adams

Architeuthis dux Steenstrup, 1857, squid
The squid was caught by the Falkland registered trawler John Cheek, on 15 March 2004 It was caught at a depth of 220m, 15.6 km north west of Port Stephens Settlement

Dactylorhiza fuchsii, common spotted orchid
Common spotted orchid on chalk mound, a project to establish british orchigs in the Wildlife Garden at the Natural History Museum, London. Photographed by Derek Adams, May 2003

Viola tricolor, wild pansy
Wild pansy in the Wildlife Garden at the Natural History Museum, London. Photographed by Derek Adams, July 2004

Wildlife Garden gate
The gate of the Natural History Museums Wildlife Garden. Photographed by Derek Adams, October 2003

Allium ursinum, wild garlic
Ramsons, or wild garlic is an attractive flower in the woodlands area of the Wildlife Garden at the Natural History Museum, London. Photographed by Derek Adams, April 2003

The pond in the Wildlife Garden. Photographed by Derek Adams. Published in Wildlife Garden by Roy Vickery, 2004 page 35

Wellington boots
A pair of muddy wellington boots

Chrysanthemum leucanthemum, oxeye daisy
Oxeye daisy (Chrysanthemum leucanthemum) in the Wildlife Garden at the Natural History Museum, London

Coenagrion puella, azure damselfly
Azure dameselflies (Coenagrion puella) are often seen in the Wildlife Garden at the Natural History Museum, London. May 2003

Chrysanthemum segetum, corn marigold
Corn marigold in the Wildlife Garden at the Natural History Museum, London. Photographed by Derek Adams, July 2004

Tussilago farfara, coltsfoot
Close-up of a coltsfoot (Tussilago farfara) growing in the Wildlife Garden at the Natural History Museum, London. Photographed by Derek Adams, March 2003

Silene dioica, red campion
Red campion in the Wildlife Garden at the Natural History Museum, London. Photographed by Derek Adams, July 2004

Anemone nemorosa, wood anemone
Wood anemones form an attractive springtime carpet in the woodland area of the Wildlife Garden at the Natural History Museum, London. Photographed by Derek Adams, April 2004

Diplodocus carnegiei
A detail of the replica Diplodocus carnegiei skeleton situated in the central hall of the Natural History Museum, London. The replica was presented to the Museum by Andrew Carnegie in May 1906

Syrphus ribesii, hoverfly
This species of hoverfly is often seen feeding on nectar within the Museums Wildlife Garden. Photograph taken by Derek Adams in April 2003

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"Derek Adams: A Nature Enthusiast and Explorer" Meet Derek Adams, a passionate nature enthusiast who finds joy in exploring the wonders of the natural world. As he strolls through Crystal Palace Dinosaur Models, his eyes light up with excitement at the lifelike replicas that transport him back to prehistoric times. Intrigued by biodiversity, Derek's curiosity leads him to The Darwin Centre at the Natural History Museum in London. Here, he immerses himself in the fascinating world of flora and fauna, marveling at Quercus robur oak leaves and studying bryum mosses like Bryum capillare. Equipped with his trusty Wellington boots, Derek embarks on pond-dipping activities that reveal hidden aquatic treasures. He discovers vibrant Malus sylvestris crab apples floating gracefully amidst Taraxacum officinale dandelion clocks. As he wanders through the Wildlife Garden's meandering paths adorned with paving stones, Derek encounters Rosa canina dog roses blooming delicately along its edges. Their fragrance fills the air as bees buzz around them, creating a harmonious symphony of nature's beauty. Derek's love for all things natural is evident as he embraces every opportunity to immerse himself in these captivating environments. Whether it be admiring ancient dinosaurs or observing intricate details of plant life, his passion for exploration knows no bounds. Join Derek Adams on his journey into nature's realm and let yourself be captivated by its awe-inspiring wonders.