Marinus Collection

Sea Lamprey, Lampern, and Silver Lamprey
Sea Lamprey (Petromyzon marinus), Lampern (Lampetra fluviatilis or European River Lamprey), and Silver Lamprey (Ichthyomyzon unicuspis). Date: 1865

Sea lamprey, Petromyzon marinus (Marine or spotted lamprey). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes, Donovan and F.C. and J

Cane Toad (Bufo marinus) camouflaged on forest floor, Costa Rica

A European Toad sitting on a Giant / Cane / Marine Toad, London Zoo, August 1923 (b / w photo)
2644376 A European Toad sitting on a Giant/Cane/Marine Toad, London Zoo, August 1923 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942)

Red algae seaweed species
Red algae species Halopteris scoparia 1, Ceramium casuarinae 2, and Ceramium pedicellatum 3. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali

Pythagoras (c. 570-480 BC) (in the middle) teaching 8 other physicians including Galen (c
CHT231128 Pythagoras (c.570-480 BC) (in the middle) teaching 8 other physicians including Galen (c.131-201) (bottom left) and Andromachus (bottom right)

Parasitic lamprey eels
Sea lamprey eel, Petromyzon marinus 1, mouth 2, river lamprey, Lampetra fluviatilis 3, 4, and brook lamprey, Lampetra planeri 5

Horseshoe crab, Limulus polyphemus, and lobster, Homarus gammarus (Ecrevisse moluque, Monoculus polyphemus, and le homard, Astacus marinus). From the collection of G.W. Knorr

Admiral cone, larval stage of lamprey, and extinct ammonite
Admiral cone, Conus ammiralis 1, ammocete or larval stage of lamprey, Petromyzon marinus 2, and extinct ammonite mollusc fossil 3

Lampreys, sole, sea zebra and eel
Sea lamprey, Petromyzon marinus 1, European brook lamprey, Lampetra planeri 2, Dover sole, Solea solea 3, sea zebra, Zebrias zebra 4, and moray eel, Muraena helena 5

Unusual marine creatures
Sea lamprey, Petromyzon marinus, planehead filefish, Stephanolepis hispidus, elephantfish, Callorhinchus callorynchus, spotted wobbegong, Orectolobus maculatus, and seahorse, Hippocampus hippocampus

Curtis British Entomology Plate 203
Coleoptera: Aepus fulvescens = Aepus marinus (Tawny Aepus) [Plant: Lobelia dortmanna (Water Gladiole)] Date: 1824-39

Grallatores, Palmipedes, Wading and Swimming Birds (colour litho)
6016775 Grallatores, Palmipedes, Wading and Swimming Birds (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Grallatores, Palmipedes, Wading and Swimming Birds)

A Giant / Cane / Marine Toad being held in its keepers hands, London Zoo
2644381 A Giant/Cane/Marine Toad being held in its keepers hands, London Zoo, August 1923 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942)

Congressional Presentation Sword with Scabbard of Colonel Marinus Willett, French, Paris
Congressional Presentation Sword with Scabbard of Colonel Marinus Willett (1740-1830), French, Paris, hallmarked for 1785-86

The Banker and his Wife Date: 1538

Mrs. Marinus Willett and Her Son Marinus, Jr. ca. 1802. Creator: John Vanderlyn
Mrs. Marinus Willett and Her Son Marinus, Jr. ca. 1802

The money changer and his wife, oil painting by Marinus Reymerswaele

Sea Lamprey, Lampern, Planers Lamprey and Pride
Sea Lamprey (Petromyzon marinus), Lampern (Lampetra fluviatilis or European River Lamprey), Planers Lamprey (Petromyzon planeri), and Pride (Lampetra fluviatilis or Petromyzon branchialis)

Lamprey, Petromyzon marinus.. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieus Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles 1816-1830. Illustration by J.G

Pope Marinus I(882-884). Sometimes known as Martin II Date: reigned 882 - 884

UTAH: DINNER, 1940. The family of Mrs. Marinus W. Hansen having dinner at home in Box Elder County, Utah. Photograph, 1940

Black-backed gull (Larus marinus)
Antique illustration of Black-backed gull (Larus marinus)

Ignatius Cornelis Marinus after Jacob Jordaens (Flemish, 1599 - 1639), The Adoration of the Shepherds, engraving

Two Usurers, Picture by Marinus Van Romerswael, Engraving 1890

AUDUBON: GULL. Great, or Greater, Black-backed Gull (Larus marinus). Engraving after John James Audubon for his Birds of America, 1827-38

Picture No. 11050192
Sea Lamprey Cayuga Lake, New York, USA Date:

Great Black backed gull on grass promontory. Isle of Jura Scotland

Picture No. 10852251
Cane / Giant / Marine Toad - introduced to Australia in 1935 - rainforest (Bufo marinus) Date:

Picture No. 10887347
Great Black-Back Gull - adult with scavenged fish and begging immature bird (Larus marinus) Date:

Picture No. 10887348
Great Black-Back Gull - immature swallowing scavenged fish (Larus marinus) Date:

Picture No. 10887351
Great Black-Back Gull - scavenging on fishing boat (Larus marinus) Date:

Picture No. 10887352
Great Black-Back Gull - perched on harbour wall (Larus marinus) Date:

Picture No. 10877436
Great Black-backed Gull - feeding off young shelduck which it has killed (Larus marinus ) Date:

Picture No. 10877329
Greater Black Backed Gull - juvenile (Larus marinus) Date:

Picture No. 10852252
Cane / Giant / Marine Toad - introduced to Australia in 1935 - rainforest (Bufo marinus) Date:

Picture No. 10852250
Cane / Giant / Marine Toad - parotid gland containing venom - introduced to Australia in 1935 - rainforest (Bufo marinus) Date:

Picture No. 10886135
Great Black-Backed Gull - flying over stormy sea (Larus marinus) Date:

Picture No. 10875068
Cane toad, tadpoles (Bufo marinus) Date:

Picture No. 10864205
Cane / Giant / Marine Toad (Bufo marinus) Date:

Picture No. 10860946
Greater / Great black-backed GULL - Swallowing a Rabbit (Larus marinus) Date:

Picture No. 10857201
Cane TOAD - face to face with child (Bufo marinus) Date:

Picture No. 10852024
Cane / Giant / Marine Toad - singing (Bufo marinus) Date:

Picture No. 10851847
Cane / Giant / Marine Toad (Bufo marinus) Date:

Picture No. 10851295
Greater-black Backed Gull - feeding chicks (Larus marinus) Date:

Picture No. 10766985
Cane / Marine TOAD - swallowing native treefrog (Bufo marinus) Date:

Picture No. 10894428
Great Black-backed Gull - in flight (Larus marinus) Date:

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"Exploring the Fascinating World of Marinus: From Sea Lampreys to Unusual Marine Creatures" Dive into the captivating realm of Marinus, where a diverse array of creatures and phenomena await. Let's start with the enigmatic Sea lamprey, scientifically known as Petromyzon marinus. These parasitic eels have long intrigued scientists due to their unique life cycle and feeding habits. But Marinus doesn't stop there - it also encompasses other lamprey species like the Sea Lamprey, Lampern, and Silver Lamprey. These intriguing creatures have adapted to various aquatic environments, showcasing nature's remarkable diversity. Intriguingly, even an ancient philosopher like Pythagoras found his place in Marinus' narrative. Picture him teaching eight physicians including Galen during a time when knowledge about marine organisms was still unfolding. It also unveils stunning red algae seaweed species that add vibrant hues to underwater landscapes. Their delicate beauty is a testament to nature's artistic prowess. The historical lens takes us back to London Zoo in August 1923, where a European Toad perches on a Giant/Cane/Marine Toad. This black-and-white photo captures a moment frozen in time – an encounter between two amphibians amidst human fascination with exotic wildlife. As we delve deeper into this marine world, we encounter peculiar creatures such as parasitic lamprey eels alongside iconic inhabitants like Horseshoe crabs and lobsters. The coexistence of these distinct beings highlights the intricate web of life beneath the waves. Marinus surprises us further by introducing lesser-known entities like Admiral cones (larval stage of lampreys) and extinct ammonites – reminders of ancient sea-dwelling organisms that once roamed our planet millions of years ago. From Lampreys to sole fish, sea zebras, and eels – this underwater universe never ceases to amaze with its vast array of species.