Obesus Collection

Figures of the dead from Etruscan furereal urns. A man lies on his side in a white tunic and toga, crowned with a garland. From the lid of an urn found near Chiasi in 1721

Curtis British Entomology Plate 188
Coleoptera: *Zabrus obesus (Devon Zabrus): cf. Z. tenebrioides, but Curtis?s specimen seems to have been non-British. [Plant: Geranium pyrenaicum (Mountain Crane?s-bill)] Date: 1824-39

animal, animals, aquatic, asia, asian, cartilaginous, chondrichthye, chondrichthyes
Whitetip Reef Shark (Triaenodon obesus), Maldive Islands, Indian Ocean

A Whitetip Reef Shark (Triaenodon Obesus) Cruises A Shallow Reef, With Blacktip Reef Sharks (Carcharhinus Melanopterus) Seen In The Background; Fiji

Fiji, Beqa Lagoon, Whitetip Reef Shark (Triaenodon Obesus)

Hawaii, Whitetip Reef Shark (Triaenodon Obesus) Over Reef, Butterflyfish Sunburst A78F

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White-tip Reef Shark. Date:

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Whitetip / white-tip Reef Shark - Shark swimming very close to diver in Chain Mail / Stainless Steel mesh protective Suit. Diver has not yet sighted shark (Triaenodon obesus) Date:

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Whitetip / white-tip Reef Shark - Shark attracted by bait, circling photographer (Triaenodon obesus) Date:

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Whitetip / white-tip reef SHARK - Valerie Taylor testing Chain Mail / Stainless Steel mesh protective Suit against the bite of a Whitetip Reef shark. (Triaenodon obesus) Date:

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"Exploring the Mysteries of Obeus: From Etruscan Funeral Urns to Aquatic Wonders" Delving into the depths of history, we encounter figures from Etruscan funeral urns known as "obesus. " These captivating sculptures offer a glimpse into ancient burial rituals and beliefs. In another realm, Curtis British Entomology Plate 188 showcases the intricate beauty of various animals. However, our focus shifts towards aquatic wonders found in Asia – specifically cartilaginous creatures known as chondrichthyes. Their presence adds an enchanting allure to Asian waters. One such remarkable creature is the Whitetip Reef Shark (Triaenodon Obesus), gracefully cruising through Fiji's shallow reefs. As it glides by, Blacktip Reef Sharks (Carcharhinus Melanopterus) can be spotted in the background, creating a mesmerizing underwater spectacle. Venturing further west to Hawaii, we witness these majestic sharks once again. Over vibrant coral reefs, they showcase their elegance against a backdrop of Butterflyfish sunbursts. The Whitetip Reef Shark reigns supreme over this reef kingdom. However, not all encounters are idyllic; nature leaves its mark on Mala Wharf in Maui. Destroyed by a storm but now home to marine life and remnants alike, it becomes a hauntingly beautiful setting for Triaenodon Obesus to swim past with grace and resilience. These captivating images capture different aspects of Obeus – from historical artifacts to living marvels beneath the waves. They remind us that even in death or destruction lies beauty waiting to be discovered and appreciated.