Miscellany Collection (page 6)

Vermilion flycatcher, Pyrocephalus rubinus (Round-crested flycatcher, Muscicapa coronata). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Helicine cornucopia shell, Cornucopia helicina. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Giant sphinx moth, Cocytius antaeus (Annona sphinx, Sphinx annonae). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

White morpho, Morpho laertes (Laertes butterfly, Papilio laertes). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Mottled swamp eel, Synbranchus marmoratus (Marbled synbranchus). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

West Indian magpie shell, Cittarium pica (Magpie turbo, Turbo pica). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Piapiac, Ptilostomus afer (Long tailed crow, Corvus caudatus). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Striped eel catfish, Plotosus lineatus (Eel-shaped platystacus, Platystacus anguillaris). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Bat volute shell, Cymbiola vespertilio (Bats wing volute, Voluta vespertilio). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Blue-winged leafbird, Chloropsis cochinchinensis (Cochinchina thrush, Turdus cochinchinensis). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Common carp, Cyprinus carpio carpio. Vulnerable
Common carp, Cyprinus carpio carpio (Rondeletian carp, Cyprinus rondeletii). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Apollo butterfly, Parnassius apollo. Vulnerable
Apollo or mountain apollo butterfly, caterpillar and pupa, Parnassius apollo (Papilio apollo). Vulnerable. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Goose barnacle, Lepas (Anatifa) anserifera (Anserine barnacle, Lepas anserifera). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Indian pitta, Pitta brachyura (Short-tailed crow, Corvus brachyurus). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Red helen and malachite butterfly, Papilio helenus, Siproeta stelenes (Papilio helenus and Papilio steneles). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Threadfin butterflyfish, Chaetodon auriga (Red-striped chaetodon, Chaetodon setifer). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Hebrew volute, Voluta ebraea (Veined volute, Voluta hebraea). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Hebe tiger moth, Eucharia festiva (Hebe moth, Phalaena hebe). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Sailfin surgeonfish or sailfin tang, Zebrasoma velifer (Gold-finned acanthurus, Acanthurus velifer). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Humboldt squid, Dosidicus gigas (Balloon cuttlefish, Sepia tunicata). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Blue grosbeak, Passerina caerulea (Blue grossbeak, Loxia caerulea). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

True harp shell, Harpa harpa (Harp buccinum, Buccinum harpa). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Water stick insect, Ranatra linearis (Linear nepa, Nepa linearis). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Scarlet mormon butterfly, Papilio deiphobus rumanzovia (Deiphobus butterfly, Papilio deiphobus). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Plumose anemone, Metridium dianthus (Carnation actinia, Actinia dianthus). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Raphael catfish, Platydoras costatus (Ribbed soldier fish, Cataphractus costatus). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Red-necked tanager, Tangara cyanocephala (Collared tanager, Tanagra festiva). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Long-armed chafer beetle, Euchirus longimanus (Long-armed beetle, Scarabaeus longimanus). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Common death adder, Acanthophis antarctica (Antarctic boa, Boa antarctica). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Finny snake eel, Caecula pterygera (Rostrated sphagebranchus, Sphagebranchus rostratus). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Sea peach, Halocynthia aurantium (Orange ascidia, Ascidia aurantium). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

White witch moth, Thysania agrippina (Agrippina butterfly, Phalaena agrippina). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder after Maria Sibylla Merian

White witch moth caterpillar, Thysania agrippina (Agrippina butterfly, Phalaena agrippina). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder after Maria Sibylla Merian

Great cormorant (Eurasian), Phalacrocorax carbo sinensis (Chinese pelican, Pelecanus sinensis). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Deaths head hawkmoth, Acherontia atropos, moth, caterpillar and pupa (Jasmine sphinx, Sphinx atropos). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Branched murex, Chicoreus ramosus (Murex ramosus). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Jack knife-fish, Equetus lanceolatus (Knight fish, Eques americana). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Collared kingfisher, Todiramphus chloris (Green headed kingfisher, Alcedo chlorocephala). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Horrid elbow crab, Daldorfia horrida (Crested crab, Cancer cristatus). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Tulip cone, Conus tulipa. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1802

Turatis boubou, Laniarius turatii (Blue shrike, Lanius bicolor). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Luna or comet moth, Actias species? (Long-tailed phalaena, Phalaena macroura.) Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Widest pacific conch, Sinustrombus latissimus (Wing strombus, Strombus latissimus). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Bluespotted cornetfish, Fistularia tabacaria (Fibre-tailed fistularia). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Long-billed starthroat hummingbird, Heliomaster longirostris (Stripe-cheeked hummingbird, Trochilus superbus). Illustration drawn by George Shaw and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Common green birdwing, female, Ornithoptera priamus (Panthous butterfly, Papilio panthous). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Emperor nautilus shell, Nautilus pompilius
Emperor nautilus shell and section through shell showing chambers, Nautilus pompilius (Great nautilus, Nautilus pompilius) Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Harlequin bass, Serranus tigrinus (Variegated holocentrus, Holocentrus tigrinus). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

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"An Enchanting Miscellany of Nature's Wonders" Delve into the captivating world of miscellany, where extraordinary creatures and exquisite treasures await. From the depths of ancient times to the fragile present, this collection showcases a diverse array of species that have fascinated and inspired generations. First, we encounter the elusive great crested newt, Triturus cristatus Critically endangered yet resilient in its habitat. Its striking appearance is matched only by its importance in maintaining ecological balance. Next, behold the ethereal Luna moth, Actias luna. With delicate wings resembling a moonlit night sky, it dances through forests as if from a dream. A true marvel of nature's artistry. While some species have vanished forever like the dodo bird - Raphus cucullatus or Didus ineptus - their memory lives on as a reminder of our responsibility to protect those still thriving today. The pilgrim's scallop shell, Pecten jacobaeus serves as both symbol and sanctuary for weary travelers on spiritual journeys. Its intricate patterns tell tales of devotion and discovery etched throughout history. Intriguingly named Crested wood-partridge Rollulus rouloul teeters on the brink of vulnerability but continues to grace tropical rainforests with its vibrant plumage and enchanting calls – an emblematic ambassador for conservation efforts. Fluttering gracefully amidst sun-dappled meadows is Macleay's swallowtail butterfly Graphium macleayanus; each wing adorned with mesmerizing hues that seem almost too perfect for reality itself. Venturing further into exotic realms brings us face-to-face with Van de Polls birdwing butterfly Troides – an embodiment of elegance soaring above lush landscapes while reminding us how fragile beauty can be without proper preservation measures in place. From beneath azure waves emerges the elegant venus shell Hysteroconcha dione; its iridescent surface reflecting the secrets of the ocean's depths.