Spawn Collection (page 3)

Sea Lamprey (Petromyzon marinus) adult male, spent after having spawned, with scars and eye damage, on stony riverbed, River Test, Hampshire, England, June

Amberfish Sea Cucumber (Thelenota anax) adult, spawning, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, June

Spotted Worm Sea Cucumber (Synapta maculata) adult, releasing sperm, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, February

Multi-pustuled Mexichromis Nudibranch (Mexichromis multituberculata) adults, group with eggs on sand, Seraya, Bali, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, December

Arctic Char (Salvelinus alpinus) net, used to catch fish in restocking project, underwater in river flowing into glacial lake during spawning migration, River Liza, Ennerdale Water

Arctic Char (Salvelinus alpinus) adult male and female, in breeding colours, swimming underwater in river flowing into glacial lake during spawning migration, River Liza, Ennerdale Water

Arctic Char (Salvelinus alpinus) adult male, in breeding colours, having milt removed to fertilize eggs to be taken to hatchery for restocking project

Natterjack Toad (Epidalea calamita) spawn, Dorset, England, May

Male Midwife Toad (Alytes obstetricians) carrying eggstring

Male Midwife Toad, Alytes obstetrcians, with eggs attached

Bullhead Fish beside eggs attached to rock

Glass frog eggs. Close-up of the eggs of a glass frog (family: Centrolenidae) on a leaf. Like all amphibians, frogs require water for their reproductive stage

Frog eggs in a footprint. Close-up of the eggs of a frog in the water fond in a muddy footprint. Like all amphibians, frogs require water for their reproductive stage

Common midwife toad and eggs, artwork C016 / 3210
Common midwife toad and eggs. Artwork of a male common midwife toad (Alytes obstetricans) carrying its eggs. This species of midwife toad is found in Belgium, France, Germany, Luxembourg

Tree-frog frog spawn C013 / 8867
Tree-frog frog spawn. Eggs of a tree-frog on fallen wood. Photographed in the Jama Coaque Reserve, Manabi Province, Western Ecuador

Tree-frog frog spawn C013 / 8868
Tree-frog frog spawn. Close-up of the eggs of a tree-frog. Photographed in the Jama Coaque Reserve, Manabi Province, Western Ecuador

Common Frog Rana temporaria with spawn in garden pond Norfolk March

Frog Spawn - in garden pond - UK
SPH-1671 Frog Spawn - in garden pond UK Rana temporaria Steve Hopkin Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Toad spawn - Cornwall - UK
DAC-469 Toad spawn Cornwall - UK Bufo bufo David Chapman Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Common Frogs - mating in garden pond amongst frog spawn - March - Cannock - Staffordshire - England
GUY-174 Common Frogs - mating in garden pond amongst frog spawn - March Cannock - Staffordshire - England - UK Rana temporaria Guy Rogers Please note that prints are for personal display purposes

European Common Frog - amplexus with spawn - Switzerland
MAR-1321 European Common Frog - amplexus with spawn Switzerland Rana temporaria Thomas Marent contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Midwife Toad USH 331 Male carrying spawn Alytes obstetricans © Duncan Usher / ardea. com
USH-331 Midwife Toad - male, carrying spawn on back Europe Alytes obstetricans Duncan Usher contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Northern cat-eyed snake - eating frog eggs - Tropical rainforest - found from southern Texas to Peru - Costa Rica
CAN-4590 Northern cat-eyed snake - eating frog eggs Tropical rainforest - Costa Rica Leptodeira septentrionalis John Cancalosi contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Common Frog - spawning in pond - Essex - UK RE000233
COS-4211 Common Frog - spawning in pond Essex - UK Rana temporaria Bill Coster contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Common Frog - spawning in pond - Essex - UK RE000241
COS-4212 Common Frog - spawning in pond Essex - UK Rana temporaria Bill Coster contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

A tin of black caviar with slices of bread and a spoon of mother-of-pearl to scoop up the precious eggs " Caviar et Prestige" Saint Sulpice et Cameyrac Entre-deux-Mers Bordeaux Gironde

Frog Spawn / Tadpoles
Young tadpoles germinating from frog spawn. Date: 1960s

FROG SPAWN
A close-up photograph of frog spawn. Date: 1960s

Common Frog (Rana temporaria) adult males and females, group amongst spawn in montane pool during breeding season, Italy

Common Frog (Rana temporaria) adult pairs, in amplexus, with spawn underwater in montane pool during breeding season, Italy

Common Frog (Rana temporaria) and Common Toad (Bufo bufo) spawn in garden pond, Bentley, Suffolk, England, april

Common Toad (Bufo bufo) adult, beside Common Frog (Rana temporaria) spawn in farm pond, Chipping, Lancashire, England, march

Atlantic Salmon (Salmo salar) adult, leaping up cascade, travelling upstream to spawning ground, Stainforth Force, River Ribble, Ribblesdale, Yorkshire, England, november

Common Frog (Rana temporaria) adult pair, in amplexus, amongst spawn underwater in montane pool during breeding season, Italy

European Green Toad (Bufo viridis) eggs in water, Italy, may

Common Frog (Rana temporaria) newly laid spawn, England

Common Frog (Rana temporaria) spawn, with newly developing tadpoles, England

Common Frog (Rana temporaria) adults, group spawning in pond, Essex, England, february

Common Frog (Rana temporaria) spawn in pond, Norfolk, England, march

Common Frog (Rana temporaria) developing spawn and air bubbles in garden pond, Bentley, Suffolk, England, april

Red-eyed Treefrog (Agalychnis callidryas) eggs, attached to leaf over water, Tortuguero N. P
Red-eyed Treefrog (Agalychnis callidryas) eggs, attached to leaf over water, Tortuguero N.P. Caribbean Coast, Costa Rica

Pond snail embryos. Light micrograph of developing pond snail embryos (Lymnaea stagnalis). The embryos are contained in egg sacs inside a protective jelly-like covering

Male frog and spawn. Male frog (Hyla sp.) surrounded by spawn which he has recently fertilised by squirting his sperm into the water

Cleavage in frog egg, light micrograph The division of cells in an early embryo is called cleavage. These cells will eventually develop into a tadpole and then into a frog

Cleavage in frog egg. The division of cells in an early embryo is called cleavage. These cells will eventually develop into a tadpole and then into a frog

Frog spawn. Tadpole characteristics are clearly visible. Frog eggs will usually develop and hatch into tadpoles with a week. Many species of frog lay their eggs together

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"Nature's Miracle: The Spectacular World of Spawning" Witness the mesmerizing phenomenon of spawning, where life begins and nature thrives. From the sandy shores to the depths of lakes and oceans, creatures embark on a journey that is both captivating and essential for their survival. At Horseshoe Crab FG 5658 Spawning beach, Limulus polyphemus takes center stage. These ancient arthropods gather in large numbers, creating a breathtaking spectacle as they lay their eggs. Francois Gohier's lens captures this awe-inspiring moment, reminding us of the beauty found in even the most unexpected corners of our world. In the Pacific Northwest, Chinook salmon defy gravity with their incredible leaps at leaping falls during migration to their spawning area. LX317 freezes this extraordinary feat in time, showcasing nature's determination against all odds. Meanwhile, Golden mantella frog (Mantella aurantiaca) delicately places its freshly laid eggs on wet mossy ground. This tiny amphibian reminds us that life can flourish even in seemingly inhospitable environments. Closer to home in Coldharbour, Surrey, England lies a pond teeming with life as Common Frog (Rana temporaria) fills it with frogspawn. A symbol of springtime rejuvenation and rebirth, these translucent orbs hold within them countless possibilities for new beginnings. Venturing underwater reveals an enchanting sight - Toads (Bufo bufo) gracefully glide through lake waters alongside clusters of toadspawn in Ain Alps' serene landscape. It serves as a reminder that life exists beyond what meets the eye and thrives beneath tranquil surfaces. Humayuns night frog (nyctibatrachus humayuni), ever vigilant male guards his precious cluster of eggs on a leaf – an embodiment of paternal dedication and protection within nature's intricate web. Backlit by Cornwall's gentle rays on a lightbox emerges Frog spawn {Rana temporaria}, just a 1-2 days old.