Marine Biologist Collection

Penguin breeding colony research, with researchers and photographers in the background. Located at St Andrews Bay, this is the largest breeding colony of king penguins (Aptenodytes patagonicus)

Plate 11 Heliodiscus Discoidea from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919)
5615756 Plate 11 Heliodiscus Discoidea from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919) by Haeckel

Plate 7 Epibulia Siphonophorae from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919)
5615752 Plate 7 Epibulia Siphonophorae from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919) by Haeckel

Plate 5 Ascandra Calcispongiae from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919)
5615750 Plate 5 Ascandra Calcispongiae from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919) by Haeckel

Plate 2 Globigerina Thalamophora from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature)
5615748 Plate 2 Globigerina Thalamophora from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919) by Haeckel

Plate 16 Pegantha Narcomedusae from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919)
5615761 Plate 16 Pegantha Narcomedusae from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919) by Haeckel

Plate 3 Stentor Ciliata from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919)
5615749 Plate 3 Stentor Ciliata from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919) by Haeckel

Plate 19 Pennatula Pennatulida from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919)
5615737 Plate 19 Pennatula Pennatulida from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919) by Haeckel

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

Plate 10 Ophiothrix Ophiodea from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919)
5615755 Plate 10 Ophiothrix Ophiodea from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919) by Haeckel

Plate 9 Maeandrina Hexacoralla from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919)
5615754 Plate 9 Maeandrina Hexacoralla from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919) by Haeckel

Plate 6 Tubuletta Tubulariae from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919)
5615751 Plate 6 Tubuletta Tubulariae from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919) by Haeckel

Plate 1 Circogonia Phaeodaria from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919)
5615747 Plate 1 Circogonia Phaeodaria from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919) by Haeckel

Plate 28 Toreuma bellagemma, Discomedusae from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature)
5615745 Plate 28 Toreuma bellagemma, Discomedusae from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919) by Haeckel

Plate 27 Hormiphora Ctenophorae from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature)
5615744 Plate 27 Hormiphora Ctenophorae from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919) by Haeckel

Plate 26 Carmaris Trachomedusae from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature)
5615743 Plate 26 Carmaris Trachomedusae from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919) by Haeckel

Plate 25 Diphasia Sertulariae from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919)
5615742 Plate 25 Diphasia Sertulariae from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919) by Haeckel

Plate 22 Elaphospyris Spyroidea from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature)
5615739 Plate 22 Elaphospyris Spyroidea from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919) by Haeckel

Plate 18 Linantha Discomedusae from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919)
5615736 Plate 18 Linantha Discomedusae from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919) by Haeckel

Plate 15 Zonaria Fucoideae from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919)
5615760 Plate 15 Zonaria Fucoideae from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919) by Haeckel

Plate 14 Peridinium Peridinea from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919)
5615759 Plate 14 Peridinium Peridinea from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919) by Haeckel

Plate 13 Dinobryon Flagellata from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919)
5615758 Plate 13 Dinobryon Flagellata from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919) by Haeckel

Plate 8 Desmonema Discomedusae from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919)
5615753 Plate 8 Desmonema Discomedusae from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919) by Haeckel

Plate 24 Staurastrum Desmidiea from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919)
5615741 Plate 24 Staurastrum Desmidiea from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919) by Haeckel

Plate 20 Pentacrinus Crinoidea from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919)
5615738 Plate 20 Pentacrinus Crinoidea from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919) by Haeckel

Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) front cover of third edition illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919)
5615746 Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) front cover of third edition illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919)

Plate 22 Elaphospyris Spyroidea from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature)
5615740 Plate 22 Elaphospyris Spyroidea from Kunstformen der Natur (Art Forms in Nature) illustrated by Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919) by Haeckel

D. G. Lillie, with Some of the Siliceous Sponges, c1911, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
D. G. Lillie, with Some of the Siliceous Sponges of Which He Secured a Record Haul with the Dredge, c1911, (1913). Marine biologist Dennis Lillie (1884-1963) on board the Terra Nova with specimens

Alexandre Agassiz, Swiss-born American oceanographer, marine zoologist and mining engineer, 1883. Alexandre Emmanuel Rodolphe Agassiz (1835-1910)

Ernst Heinrich Philipp August Haeckel, 1834 - 1919. German biologist, naturalist, philosopher, physician, professor, marine biologist, and artist

SIR CHARLES WYVILLE THOMSON (1830-1882). Scottish naturalist and marine biologist. Wyville Thomson caricatured and characterized by Herbert Swire, a junior officer of HMS Challenger

Biorock reef restoration, Indonesia C016 / 8110
Biorock reef restoration. Marine biologist attaching coral fragments to a Biorock reef restoration structure. The Biorock process was developed by Thomas Goreau and Wolf Hilbertz in the 1970 s

Biorock reef restoration, Indonesia C016 / 8108
Biorock reef restoration. Marine biologists collecting coral fragments to populate a Biorock reef restoration structure. The Biorock process was developed by Thomas Goreau

Biorock reef restoration, Indonesia C016 / 8109
Biorock reef restoration. Marine biologists attaching coral fragments to a Biorock reef restoration structure. The Biorock process was developed by Thomas Goreau and Wolf Hilbertz in the 1970 s

Biorock reef restoration, Indonesia C016 / 8107
Biorock reef restoration. Marine biologist checking an established Biorock reef restoration structure. The Biorock process was developed by Thomas Goreau and Wolf Hilbertz in the 1970 s

Scientist with turtle
A marine biologist releases a young female Green Turtle, Chelonia mydas, as part of a turtle research project on Mantanani island, Sabah, Malaysia

OCEANOGRAPHY: TRAP. Trap for catching specimens of deep sea life, designed by Prince Albert I of Monaco (1848-1922). Wood engraving, German, c1900

SIR CHARLES WYVILLE THOMSON (1830-1882). Scottish naturalist and marine biologist. Wood engraving, English, 1876

Dolphin and swimmer
Bottlenose dolphin (Tursiops truncatus) playing with a swimmer. The bottlenose dolphin is distributed around the globe, with the exception of the polar oceans and inland seas

Whale shark and diver swimming underwater. The whale shark (Rhincodon typus), found in tropical seas, is the worlds largest fish, reaching an average length of 8 metres

Glacier terminus, South Georgia
Glacier terminus at its outflow into the sea, with a research boat (centre) dwarfed by the size of the ice cliffs. This is the Nordenskjold glacier

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"Exploring the Wonders of Marine Life: A Glimpse into the World of a Marine Biologist" As a marine biologist, my passion lies in unraveling the mysteries that lie beneath the ocean's surface. From studying penguin breeding colonies to examining intricate organisms illustrated by Ernst Haeckel, my work takes me on an incredible journey through nature's art forms. One aspect of my research involves observing and understanding penguin breeding colonies. These fascinating creatures exhibit complex social behaviors and unique reproductive strategies. By closely monitoring their interactions and studying their habitats, we gain valuable insights into their conservation needs and contribute to their long-term survival. In addition to fieldwork, I delve into the mesmerizing illustrations created by Ernst Haeckel in his renowned book "Kunstformen der Natur. " Plate 11 showcases Heliodiscus Discoidea, a captivating organism with its delicate symmetry and vibrant colors. Similarly, Plate 7 introduces us to Epibulia Siphonophorae – an enchanting creature that displays remarkable adaptability within its colonial structure. The world of marine biology also unveils astonishing specimens like Ascandra Calcispongiae (Plate 5) and Globigerina Thalamophora (Plate 2). These intricate organisms demonstrate nature's ability to create awe-inspiring structures while serving vital ecological roles within underwater ecosystems. My exploration extends further as I encounter Pegantha Narcomedusae (Plate 16), Stentor Ciliata (Plate 3), Pennatula Pennatulida (Plate 19), Miliola Talamophora (Plate 12), Ophiothrix Ophiodea (Plate10), Maeandrina Hexacoralla (Plate9), Tubuletta Tubulariae (plate6). Each one offers glimpses into diverse species thriving beneath the waves – from ethereal jellyfish pulsating with grace to intricate coral formations that serve as vital habitats for countless marine organisms.