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Fine Art Print : Skate-sucker or spinulose sealeech, Pontobdella spinulosa
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Skate-sucker or spinulose sealeech, Pontobdella spinulosa
Skate-sucker or spinulose sealeech, Pontobdella spinulosa. Handcoloured copperplate engraving drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder from William Elford Leachs Zoological Miscellany, McMillan, London, 1815
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Creature Elford Leach Miscellany Nodder Parasite Polydore Zoological
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the intriguing underwater world with our exquisite Fine Art Print of the Skate-sucker or Spinulose Sealeech (Pontobdella spinulosa) from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating hand-colored copperplate engraving, drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder, is taken from William Elford Leach's Zoological Miscellany, published by Macmillan. Delve into the rich history of marine life documentation with this stunning, high-quality print, perfect for adding a touch of natural wonder to your home or office decor.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 48.2cm (16" x 19")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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1. Title: "Skate-sucker or Spinulose Sealeech: A Fascinating Parasitic Marine Creature" This handcoloured copperplate engraving showcases the intriguing figure of the Skate-sucker, scientifically known as Pontobdella spinulosa. Engraved by the skilled hand of Richard Polydore Nodder and published in William Elford Leach's Zoological Miscellany in 1815, this illustration offers a detailed and accurate representation of this unique marine creature. The Skate-sucker, also referred to as the Spinulose Sealeech, is a parasitic eel-like organism that attaches itself to the underside of stingrays and skates. Its elongated body is covered in small, spinulose (spinous) projections, which provide a firm grip on its host's body. These projections not only help the Skate-sucker cling on but also serve as a protective camouflage, making it difficult for predators to distinguish it from the host's skin. The Skate-sucker feeds on the mucus and tissue of its host, which it extracts by means of a proboscis. This parasitic relationship is essential for both the Skate-sucker and the host, as it benefits the former by providing a stable living environment and a constant food source, while the host remains relatively unaffected. This illustration not only showcases the beauty and intricacy of the natural world but also highlights the fascinating interdependence between different marine organisms. The Skate-sucker, with its unique adaptations, is a testament to the wonders of evolution and the complex relationships that exist within the marine ecosystem.
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