Zoological Collection (page 70)

The smallest tortoise and the Largest tortoise in the New Yo
The smallest Albemarble Island specimen in the New York zoological park, weighing 3 3/4oz, perched on the head of the largest Galapagos tortoise in the park

LONDON ZOO
Visitors at the Monkey House in the gardens of the Zoological Society, in Regents Park, London

Giraffes at London Zoo, 1922
Photograph of a female giraffe and its baby at the London Zoological Gardens, London, 1922

H V Hesketh Prichard
Hesketh Vernon Hesketh- Prichard - Hampshire bowler, explorer and fellow of both the Royal Geographical Society and the Zoological Society!

Green Snake / Zoological
Atheris Woosnami From the Viper family

Challenger / Zoo Lab
The zoological laboratory on board the Challenger

Challenger / Lab Work
Working in the zoological laboratory on board the research ship Challenger

British Museum Zoologica
The Zoological Gallery: the natural history exhibits will not be given separate housing until 1881, when the Natural History Museum will open to the public

Brit Museum Zoo Gallery
The Great Zoological Gallery on Easter Monday is a popular attraction : in 1881 the natural history exhibits will be moved to South Kensington

Regents Pk Zoo 1837
Regents Park, London : the gardens of the Zoological Society were opened to Fellows of the Society in 1828, and soon became a popular attraction

Regents Pk Zoo Aerial
Regents Park, London : a birds eye view of the gardens of the Zoological Society, which were opened to Fellows of the Society in 1828, and became a popular attraction

Orang-Utan Dressed
(pongo pygmaeus) The orang was long considered to be the closest to humankind - this inmate of the London zoo has been dressed in human clothes by the Zoological Society

Bm Natural History
The Zoological exhibits at the Museum : they will be moved to South Kensington in 1881, forming the Natural History Museum

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Step into the world of zoological wonders, where nature's marvels come to life. Amongst the vast array of creatures that have graced our planet, few are as enigmatic as the Tasmanian Tiger or Thylacine. With its distinctive striped coat and elusive nature, this marsupial captivated the imagination of many. In a different realm altogether, we find ourselves enchanted by the Franklinia alatamaha, also known as franklinia. This rare flowering tree once flourished in Georgia but now exists only through cultivation efforts. Its delicate blooms serve as a reminder of the fragility and beauty found within our natural world. Venturing further into London Zoo's history, we stumble upon G H Davis' masterpiece - The New Reptile House. A testament to architectural brilliance and dedication towards conservation education, this structure stands tall even today. Amidst all these wonders lies an amphibious gem - the Great crested newt (Triturus cristatus). Critically endangered due to habitat loss and pollution, it serves as a poignant reminder of our responsibility towards preserving biodiversity. Turning our attention to Southeast Asia's rainforests brings us face-to-face with an intriguing creature: Binturong (Arctictis binturong). Known for its bear-like appearance and distinct scent reminiscent of popcorn or corn chips, it has earned itself endearing nicknames such as "bearcat" or "Asian bear. " But what if mythical beings were part of our zoological narrative? Enter Mer-People Look-Alikes – captivating legends that blur lines between reality and fantasy; they continue to intrigue generations with their ethereal allure. Nature never ceases to amaze us with its intricate creations like Luna moth (Actias luna), whose luminous green wings make them appear otherworldly during twilight hours. Their presence reminds us that magic can be found even in seemingly ordinary places. Sadly, not all creatures have been fortunate enough to survive the test of time.