Dragonet Collection

Animalia Aqvatilia et Cochiliata (Aqva): Plate XXVI, c. 1575/1580. Creator: Joris Hoefnagel
Animalia Aqvatilia et Cochiliata (Aqva): Plate XXVI, c. 1575/1580

Mandarinfish (Synchiropus splendidus) pair spawning. The larger male (behind) is lifting the female into the spawning rise on his pectoral fin, the smaller female (foreground) is releasing eggs

Mandarinfish (Synchiropus splendidus) Yap, Micronesia

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Indonesia, Lembeh Strait. Close-up of dragonet fish. Date: 29/10/2009

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Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Sulawesi Island, Lembeh Straits. Male and female mandarinfish mating. Date: 11/02/2005

Mandarinfish (Synchiropus splendidus) leaving the protection of finger coral to look for a mate at dusk, Yap, Micronesia, Pacific Ocean

Pair of Mandarinfish (Synchiropus splendidus) mating, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean

Fish with a strange form (coloured engraving)
997783 Fish with a strange form (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From A Bilderbuch fAor KinderA (Picture Book for Children) 1790-1830

Common dragonet, Callionymus lyra, and lesser sand eel or sand lance, Ammodytes tobianus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after Sydenham Edwards from John Mason Goods Pantologia

Dragonet, Callionymus lyra (Sordid dragonet, Callionymus dracunculus). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes, Donovan and F.C

Dragonet or gemmous dragonet, Callionymus lyra. Handcoloured copperplate drawn
FLO4614590 Dragonet or gemmous dragonet, Callionymus lyra. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes, Donovan and F.C. and J

Dragonet, Callionymus lyra (Sordid dragonet, Callionymus dracunculus). Handcoloured copperplate drawn
FLO4614553 Dragonet, Callionymus lyra (Sordid dragonet, Callionymus dracunculus). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes

Dew Moth, 1833-39 (coloured engraving)
999114 Dew Moth, 1833-39 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Dictionnaire pittoresque d histoire naturelle et des phenomAnes de la natureA)

Dragonet Date: 1806

Green mandarinfish (Synchiropus splendidus) pair courting and mating at sunset, Sulu Sea, Philippines

Mandarinfish (Synchiropus Splendidus); Yap, Micronesia

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Orange & Black Dragonet juvenile with erect dorsal fin. Date:

Mating Mandarinfish, Syhchiropus splendidus, Micronesia, Palau

Callionymus lyra or the Gemmeous dragnet
Plate 161 - Naturgeschichte der ausl䮤 ischen Fische : mit sechs und dreissig Ausgemalten kupfern nach originalen (1785-95) by Marcus Elieser Bloch

Icelinus burchami, or Dusky Sculpin, also known as Sordid Dragonet, Common Skulpin and Fox. Date: 1863

Callionymus lyra, or Common Dragonet, also known as Yellow Skulpin, Golden Skulpin, Yellow Gurnard, Gemmeous Dragonet, and Gowdie. Date: 1863

Dodo, Raphus cucullatus, with camel, dragonfly and dogfish.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from William Frederic Martyns New Dictionary of Natural History, Harrison, London, 1785

Stargazer, Uranoscopus scaber and dragonet, Callionymus lyra.. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieus Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles 1816-1830. Illustration by J.G

Indonesia, Lembeh Strait. Close-up of dragonet fish. Credit as: Jones & Shimlock / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

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Morrison's Dragonet on coral. Date:

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Mandarinfish Mating pair with ornate markings amongst coral. Date:

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Mandarinfish with ornate markings. Date:

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Mandarinfish with ornate markings amongst coral. Date:

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Juvenile Starry Dragonet. Date:

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Mandarinfish with ornate markings. Date:

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Mandarinfish with ornate markings. Date:

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Mandarinfish with ornate markings. Date:

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Mandarinfish with ornate markings amongst coral. Date:

Mandarinfish sheltering amongst rocks, Papua New Guinea
Mandarinfish (Synchiropus splendidus), sheltering amongst rocks, volcano crater, Witu Islands, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Pair of mandarinfish spawning, Lembeh Strait, Indonesia

Fingered dragonet head detail, North Sulawesi, Indonesia
Fingered dragonet head detail (Dactylopus dactylopus), Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Dragonet, gemmous, Gallioyumus Lyra, British fishes, Donovan, E. (Edward), 1768-1837, (Author)

Fantastic invertebrates, including dolphin and dragonet, Nicolaes de Bruyn, 1581-1656

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Goram Dragonet camouflaged in sand Date:

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Bartels Dragonet Date:

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Juvenile Goram Dragonet on Sea Star (Linckia laevigata) Tanjung Kubur dive site, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Indonesia. Juvenile Goram Dragonet

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Sand-dragonet with erect fin on black sand Joleha dive site, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Indonesia. Sand-dragonet

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Mandarinfish with ornate markings inside coral Bianca dive site, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Indonesia. Mandarinfish

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Dragonet on black sand displaying fin Aer Bajo dive site, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Indonesia. Dragonet

Fingered Dragonet (Dactylopus dactylopus) adult, with fins extended, resting on black sand, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Greater Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Fingered Dragonet (Dactylopus dactylopus) adult, resting on black sand, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, January

Kuiters Dragonet (Dactylopus kuiteri) adult, close-up of head, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, January

Delicate Dragonet (Callionymus delicatulus) adult, resting on sand, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, January

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Behold the mesmerizing dragonet, a creature of enchantment and beauty. In the crystal-clear waters of Yap, Micronesia, a pair of Mandarinfish (Synchiropus splendidus) engage in an intimate dance as they spawn. Their vibrant colors illuminate the ocean depths, showcasing nature's artistry at its finest. With their unique form and intricate patterns, these fish captivate our imagination. As dusk descends upon the Pacific Ocean, the courageous Mandarinfish venture out from their protective haven amidst finger coral in search of a mate. Their determination is admirable as they navigate through the vast expanse with grace and elegance. In Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia lies another spectacle - a passionate mating ritual between two Mandarinfish. The vivid hues blend harmoniously against the backdrop of this underwater paradise. But let us not forget other members of this extraordinary family. The Common Dragonet (Callionymus lyra) and its lesser counterpart also grace our oceans with their presence. These creatures possess an undeniable charm that has been captured in ancient engravings dating back to 1802-1808 London. The Dragonet or Gemmous Dragonet (Callionymus lyra) exhibits an ethereal allure that is truly captivating. Its delicate features are handcolored on copperplate by Edward Donovan himself for his Natural History of British Fishes collection. And finally, we encounter the Sordid Dragonet (Callionymus dracunculus), depicted alongside its cousin in yet another masterpiece by Edward Donovan. This illustration showcases nature's diversity and reminds us of how fortunate we are to witness such wonders. Just like Dew Moths fluttering gracefully under moonlit skies in 1833-39 England, these dragonets remind us that beauty can be found even in unexpected places if we take time to appreciate it fully.