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Parasitic Crustacean, 1833-39 (coloured engraving)
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Parasitic Crustacean, 1833-39 (coloured engraving)
999191 Parasitic Crustacean, 1833-39 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Dictionnaire pittoresque d histoire naturelle et des phenomAnes de la natureA, 1833-39, published by Felix Edouard Guerin-Meneville
Krustentierparasit, BAarenpavian, Zypresse, Pavian, Affen, Ozean, Stahlstich, 19tes Jahrhundert, Illustration, Pflanzen, Tiere, Insekten, SAaugetiere
Cymothoa, Cynocephale, CyprA©s
Cymothoa exigua, Papio ursinus, Cupressaceae); ePurix Verlag Volker Christen; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23507908
© Purix Verlag Volker Christen / Bridgeman Images
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This coloured engraving from the 19th century showcases a parasitic crustacean, beautifully depicted by the French School. The print is part of a private collection and was originally published in "A Dictionnaire pittoresque d'histoire naturelle et des phénomènes de la nature" between 1833 and 1839. The intricately detailed illustration features various elements of nature, including plants, animals, insects, and an ocean backdrop. Amongst these elements are a cypress tree, monkeys (specifically the chacma baboon), and the fascinating parasitic crustacean itself. The parasitic crustacean on display is identified as Cymothoa exigua. This particular species has been known to infest fish's mouths by attaching itself to their tongues and replacing them entirely. It then feeds off the host's blood supply while still performing tongue-like functions for the fish. The artist skillfully captures this peculiar relationship between parasite and host through meticulous attention to detail. The engraving not only serves as an artistic masterpiece but also provides valuable scientific documentation of this intriguing natural phenomenon. Preserved over time with great care, this print now finds its home in a private collection where it continues to captivate viewers with its historical significance and artistic beauty.
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