Foraminifera Collection

Foraminifera, SEM
Foraminifera. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a selection of foraminiferans, including Oolina hexagona (bottom right) and a number of Lagena sp

Globorotalia scitula, foraminifera fossil
Scanning electron microscope (SEM) image showing a fossilised planktonic species of foraminifera

Foraminiferan test (shell) SEM
Foraminiferan test or shell (Elphidium crispum) lateral view, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Foraminifera are single-celled protozoa which construct

Foraminifer model
Model of typical nummulitic foraminfer after Zittel

Bulimina
Plate 53 from Voyage of H.M.S. Challenger 1873-1876. Zoology Vol. 9. Foraminifera Plates, 1884 by C. Wyville Thomson

Plate 12 Miliola Talamophora from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919)
5615757 Plate 12 Miliola Talamophora from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919) by Haeckel

Foraminifera, marine creeping protozoa
Thalamophora or Foraminifera, marine creeping protozoa. Quinqueloculina parkeri, Miliolinella fichteliana, Cornuspira planorbis, Articulina sagra, Spiroloculina nitida, Borelis melo

Bush-cricket, mud lobster and crayfish species
Great green bush-cricket, Tettigonia viridissima 1, foraminifera, Bannerella gibbosa 2, scorpion mud lobster, Thalassina anomala 3, crayfish, Astacus goudotii 4 and head of American crawfish 5

Thurammina-Cyclammina (Foraminifera PL. XXXVII)"from The Voyage of HMS "
5668937 Thurammina-Cyclammina (Foraminifera PL. XXXVII)A" from A The Voyage of HMS A" ChallengerA" 1873-76A published in 1884 by Hollick, A.T

Thalamophora, 1899-1904 (colour litho)
999781 Thalamophora, 1899-1904 (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Kunstformen der NaturA (Art Forms in NatureA, 1899-1904)

Thalamophora, 1899-1904 (colour litho)
999846 Thalamophora, 1899-1904 (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Kunstformen der NaturA (Art Forms in NatureA, 1899-1904)

Fossils of diatoms, foraminifera, ferns and mollusks.. Chromolithograph from Dr. Fr. Rolles Geology and Paleontology section in Gotthilf Heinrich von Schuberts Natural History, Schreiber, Munich, 1886

Nummulites gizehensis, nummulites
These fossils are embedded in Eocene limestone from 2km north-east of Gizeh, west of Cairo. Nummulites were single celled animals that lived on the sea bed

Foraminifer
Scanning electron microscope (SEM) image of a foraminifer - a single celled organism

Illustration of foraminiferan shell

Coloured SEM of foraminiferan, Peneroplis sp
Foraminiferan shell. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the test (shell) of the Mediterranean foraminiferan, Peneroplis proteus

Coloured SEM of foraminiferan, Elphidium sp
Foraminiferan shell. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the test (shell) of the British formaminiferan, Elphidium crispum

Coloured SEM of Foraminifera Textularia sp. fossil
Fossil foraminifera. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the fossil shell of the single-celled protozoan Textularia sp. belonging to the order Foraminifera

Fossilised foraminiferans, SEM
Fossilised foraminiferans. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the fossilised shells of assorted foraminiferan protozoa (order Foraminifera)

Coloured SEM of foraminiferan, Spirolina sp
Foraminiferan shell. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the test (shell) of the Mediterranean foraminiferan, Spirolina areitinus

Foraminiferan tests (shells), macrophotograph. Species seen here include Bulimina gibba, Elphidium crispum, E. articulatum, Lagena sulcata, and Miliolinella circularis

Fossil foraminifera necklace C016 / 5995
Fossil foraminifera (Alveolina sp.) necklace from Sindh, India. The fossils are from Eocene limestone. Necklace from John Whittakers cabinet. Natural History Museum, London, UK

Foraminiferan shell, SEM C018 / 0312
Foraminiferan shell, SEM

Foraminifera, light micrograph C016 / 8597
Foraminifera. Interphase contrast light micrograph of a selection of different foraminifera. Foraminifera are marine single-celled protozoa that construct

William Carpenter, British naturalist C016 / 5058
William Benjamin Carpenter (1813-1885), British naturalist. Carpenter trained as a physician, but published widely in many fields

Foraminiferan, SEM
Foraminiferan. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the foraminiferan Oolina squamosa. Foraminiferans are marine single-celled protists that construct and inhabit shells (tests)

Heron- Allen microscope slides of foraminifera
Christmas greetings spelt out in minute shells which bears the initials of the maker, Edward Heron-Allen, and the year it was made: E H A, 1909

Foraminifera and ostracods models
Bees wax models of foraminifera and ostracods made by Clive Sheppard for an exhibition in the Invertebrates Gallery, at the Natural History Museum, London

Discorbina species, foraminifera
Plate 11 no. 22 of original artwork by Heron-Allen and Earland, 1913, from the Heron-Allen Library at the Natural History Museum, London. Species from the Clare Island Survey, Co. Mayo, Ireland

Foraminifera models
One drawer containing some of d Orbigny models and slides previously displayed alongside the models in the galleries

Foraminifera
Part of the display of foraminifera from The Great Exhibition of 1851. Featured are specimens from the London Clay, the Paris Basin and the Gulf of Suez

Globigerina
Plate 77 from Voyage of the H.M.S. Challenger 1873-1876. Zoology Vol. 9. Foraminifera Plates, 1884 by C. Wyville Thomson

Orbitolites - Alveolina
Plate 17 from Voyage of H.M.S. Challenger (1872-1876). Zoology Vol. 9. Foraminifera Plates, 1884 by C. Wyville Thomson

Thurammina - Cyclammina
Plate 37 from Voyage of H.M.S. Challenger 1873-1876. Zoology Vol. 9. Foraminifera Plates, 1884 by C. Wyville Thomson

Carpenteria & Polytrema
Plate 100 from Voyage of the H.M.S. Challenger 1873-1876. Zoology Vol. 9. Foraminifera Plates, 1884 by C Wyville Thomson

Cristellaria
Plate 68 from Voyage of the H.M.S. Challenger 1873-1876. Zoology Vol. 9. Foraminifera Plates, 1884 by C. Wyville Thomson

Tonguestone (sharks tooth)
A sharks tooth from the species Oxyrhina. Specimen originates from the Globigerina Limestone, Miocene period, NW Malta

Acanthowetra
A photograph of a foraminifera found in the Indian Ocean

Foraminiferan remains from the White Cliffs of Dover, U.K. The cliffs are made up of unimaginable numbers of chalky shells of long dead marine animals

Nummulites gizehensis, giant foraminiferan
Shown here is a giant foraminiferan originating from the Eocene of Egypt. Foraminifera are amoeba-like, single-celled protistids and can still be found in abundance today

Foraminiferal limestone
Nummulitic limestone made up of the hard parts of billions of foraminiferans

Native necklace of fossil foraminifera (Alveolinae)
Native necklace of fossil foraminifera from John Whittakers cabinet, fossils dating from the Eocene Limestone, Sindh, India

Foraminifera
LRDS-306 Scanning Electron Micrograph (SEM): Foraminifera Magnification x400 (when printed A4 size, 29.7 cm wide) Orbulina universa David Spears (Last Refuge) / ardea.com Last Refuge contact details

Orbulina foraminiferan, SEM
Orbulina. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the shell of the foraminiferan Orbulina sp. Foraminiferans are marine single-celled protists that construct and inhabit shells (tests)

LM of assorted fossil Foraminifera shells
Foraminiferan shells. Light micrograph of assorted shells of fossil species belonging to the order: Foraminifera. Single-celled protozoans once inhabited these shells which are composed of several

LM of assorted Foraminifera shells
Foraminiferan shells. Light micrograph of assorted species of shells belonging to the order Foramini- fera. Single-celled protozoans inhabit these shells which are composed of several chambers

Foraminiferans, light micrograp
Foraminiferans, polarised light micrograph. Foraminiferans are marine single-celled protists that construct and inhabit shells (tests)

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"Foraminifera: Unveiling the Microscopic Architects of the Sea" Delving into the intricate world of marine microorganisms, we encounter the fascinating realm of foraminifera. These tiny creatures, known as Foraminiferans, construct elaborate shells called tests that serve as their protective abodes. In this captivating SEM image, we witness the exquisite details of a Bulimina species' test, showcasing its delicate structure and ornate patterns. They have left an indelible mark on Earth's history through their fossilized remains. Fossils containing diatoms, foraminifera, ferns, and mollusks offer us glimpses into ancient ecosystems and provide valuable insights into past climates and environmental conditions. Ernst Haeckel's artistic masterpiece "Kunstformen der Natur" presents Plate 12 featuring Miliola Talamophora - a stunning representation of these intricate organisms. Haeckel's illustrations beautifully capture the diversity and complexity found within Foraminifera. These marine creeping protozoa play crucial roles in marine ecosystems by serving as indicators of water quality and acting as food sources for various organisms such as bush-cricket species or mud lobsters. Their significance extends beyond ecological interactions; they also contribute to sediment formation in oceans worldwide. The scientific exploration continues with Thurammina-Cyclammina from "The Voyage of HMS, " shedding light on previously uncharted territories within Foraminifera research. This discovery showcases their astonishing adaptability to different environments throughout history. Thalamophora takes center stage once again in this vibrant color lithograph from 1899-1904. Its radiant hues emphasize not only its aesthetic appeal but also highlight our ongoing fascination with these remarkable creatures. As we unravel more about Foraminiferan biology and ecology, it becomes evident that these seemingly insignificant beings hold immense importance in understanding our planet's past and present dynamics.