Eukaryotic Collection (#3)

Mitochondrial structure, artwork C015 / 6765
Mitochondrial structure. Computer artwork of a mitochondrion, showing a loop of mitochondrial DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid, mtDNA), the organelles genetic material

Carrageen moss (Chondus cripus) C016 / 6062
Carrageen moss (Chondus cripus). Specimen from Algae Danmonienses: or dried specimens of Marine Plants, principally collected in Devonshire by Mary Wyatt; carefully named according to Dr

Trypanosomes in blood smear, SEM C016 / 5783
Parasitic protozoan. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of trypanosome protozoa (Trypanosoma sp.) in a blood smear

Human cell, artwork C013 / 6522
Human cell. Illustration of a section through a human cell. At centre is the nucleus (purple), with the nucleolus (dark red) inside it

Dinoflagellate protozoan, SEM C013 / 5111
Dinoflagellate protozoan, scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Dinoflagellates are unicellular protozoans. About 90 percent are found in marine environments as plankton

Coccolithophorid plankton, SEM C013 / 5109
Coccolithophorid plankton. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the external mineralised structure (coccosphere) of a small marine algal organism called a coccolithophore

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

Scyphosphaera apsteinii. SEM image of an equatorial coccolith

Model of coccolith Kamptnerius magnificus
Copy of the resin model of the coccolith Kamptnerius magnificus Deflandre, 1930 currently on display in the Earth Lab area of the Earth Galleries at the Natural History Museum, London

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

Radiolarian model
Galls model of radiolarian by Blaschka, held 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

Difflugia Corona
Freshwater Testate Amoebae. Magnification x 450

Usnea inflata, beard lichen
And Hypogymnia physodes (right), Burnham Beeches, Bucks, W. London. The former is a recent colonist following reductions in SO2 pollution

Trypanosomes
Scanning electron microscope image showing a trypanosoma blood smear. They have proved to be of great interest as they have evolved very differently to other better studied organisms

Ceratolithoides aculeus, coccolith
Scanning electron microscope image of an isolated coocolith from Cretaceous chalk. These are thin calcite shells protecting the coccolithophore within

Chorda filum, sea lace
Cut out of mounted specimen of sea lace or Dead mans rope. A brown seaweed, this specimen is 14.5 feet long and held at the Natural History Museum, London

Florosphaera profunda, coccolith
Scanning electron microscope image of a complete sphere of coccoliths from modern oceans. These are thin calcite shells protecting the coccolithophore within

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

Proterozoic ocean floor
A restoration of Proterozoic ocean floor with bun-shaped stromatolites

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

Nine molluscs, including bivalves and gastropods
Watercolour 391 by the Port Jackson Painter, entitled Kow-er-ring, Kow-ill, Kaa-din, Wal-gan, from the Watling Collection

Dumontia contorta, seaweed

Scinaia forcellata, seaweed
Cut out of specimen of marine alga or seaweed collected by Holmes in Enoura, Japan. Specimen is held in the Crypt. Herbarium at the Natural History Museum, London

Emiliania huxleyi coccosphere
Coccosphere of Emiliania huxleyi from the Western Mediterranean. E. huxleyi is one of the most widespread species on earth

Desmarestia ligulata, seaweed
Page 55 from Algae Danmonienses: or dried specimens of Marine Plants, principally collected in Devonshire by Mary Wyatt; carefully named according to Dr. Hookers British Flora

Amphitetras, diatom
Scanning electron microscope (SEM) image showing the diatom Amphitetras with its ornate silica shell (x5000 on a standard 9 cm wide print). Coloured artificially by computer

Frontispiece of Catalogue Raisonne d une collection
Illustration by Francois Boucher from the book Catalogue Raisonne d une collection by Edme Francois Gersaint, 1744

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

The pond in the Wildlife Garden. Photographed by Derek Adams. Published in Wildlife Garden by Roy Vickery, 2004 page 35

Ciliate plankton
Scanning electron microscope image of a ciliate showing clearly the microscopic hairs or cilia that they use for movement and feeding (x 700)

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Eukaryotic organisms encompass a vast array of life forms, ranging from the microscopic to the towering kelp forests in our oceans. Take a closer look at these captivating hints that showcase the diversity and complexity of eukaryotes. Starting with budding yeast cells, we witness their remarkable ability to reproduce through cell division. Under the scanning electron microscope (SEM), dividing yeast cells reveal intricate structures and processes that contribute to their survival and proliferation. Moving on to pressed seaweed specimens, such as Dictyota dichotoma and Fucus bulbosus, we explore the fascinating world of marine algae. These eukaryotic organisms play crucial roles in ocean ecosystems by providing shelter for countless other species while also contributing to nutrient cycling. Delving deeper into microscopic wonders, we encounter Diatoms under SEM. These single-celled eukaryotes exhibit stunning geometric patterns on their silica-based shells. Their ecological significance cannot be overstated as they are responsible for a significant portion of Earth's oxygen production. Another mesmerizing microorganism is Discosphaera tubifera, commonly known as coccolithophore. These tiny calcifying algae adorn themselves with intricately sculpted calcium carbonate plates called coccoliths. Their presence can create breathtaking blooms visible from space. Shifting gears towards Plasmodium sp. , an insidious malarial parasite that infects human red blood cells, we confront one of the darker aspects lifeforms. This reminder highlights how even within this kingdom there exists both beauty and danger. To round out our exploration, let's not forget about majestic kelps like Fucus radiatus. These large brown algae form underwater forests teeming with biodiversity while serving as vital carbon sinks in our changing climate. Finally, artistic renditions depicting various cell types remind us that behind every scientific discovery lies creativity and imagination – essential tools for unraveling nature's mysteries.