Creatures of the deep have been brought to life in a new exhibition at Aberdeen Art Gallery.
Described as combining legend, folklore and modern-day science Monsters of the Deep features displays from around the world.
From a terrifying Feegee mermaid, to the spindly legs of a Japanese spider crab, visitors also will have the chance to come face to face with the skull of a killer whale, the double-tusked skull of a narwhal and the tooth of an extinct megalodon.
They can examine eerie deep-sea specimens from across the globe and see some of the technological tools scientists use today to explore the bottom of the ocean.
Medieval maps, with centuries-old myths and legends such as the Carta marina with its vividly-illustrated sea monsters, and the shapeshifting Selkies of Scottish folklore.
Modern-day stories of strange appearances and unexplained sightings continue to capture imaginations, fuelled by fake news and conspiracy theories.
The exhibition also looks at science fiction books, comics and movies like Creature from the Black Lagoon and 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea.
The exhibition opens on May 17, with tickets starting at £10 for adults and £7 for concessions, with kids under 12 going free.
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