Thenaturalistsmiscellany Collection

Carpet shark or spotted wobbegong, Orectolobus maculatus.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Water flea, Daphnia pulex.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1798

Organ madrepore, Madrepora musicalis.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany

Tadpole shrimp, Lepidurus apus, living fossil.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1799

Oleander hawkmoth, Daphnis nerii, moth, caterpillar and pupa.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1799

Lumpfish or lumpsucker, Cyclopterus lumpus.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1797

Common octopus, Octopus vulgaris.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany

Black witch moth, Ascalapha odorata.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany

Giant clam, Tridacna gigas Vulnerable
Giant clam, Tridacna gigas. Vulnerable.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Convolvulus hawk-moth, Agrius convolvuli.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Banded or eel-tail banjo catfish, Platystacus cotylephorus.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Paradoxical frog, Pseudis paradoxa, tadpole stage.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1798

Horse leech, Haemopis sanguisuga. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1795

Body louse, Pediculus humanus. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1795

Tiger cowry shell, Cypraea tigris. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1794

Forest giant damselfly, Megaloprepus caerulatus.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Black-naped fruit dove, Ptilinopus melanospilus.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Yellowfin grouper, Mycteroperca venenosa Near threatened
Yellowfin grouper, Mycteroperca venenosa. Near threatened.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Silvery marmoset, Mico argentatus.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany

Brachionus galeatus, species of planktonic rotifer.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Black francolin, Francolinus francolinus.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Giant red-winged grasshopper, Tropidacris cristata dux.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Furcifer bifidus chameleon native to Madagascar.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Cup vorticella, Vorticella cyathus, ciliate protozoan.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Red lionfish, Pterois volitans.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany

Blue-rumped parrot, Psittinus cyanurus Near threatened
Blue-rumped parrot, Psittinus cyanurus. Near threatened.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Lace coral, Distichopora violacea.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany

Three bristled trichoda, Trichoda triseta.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Plum-throated cotinga, Cotinga maynana.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Brazilian wrasse, Halichoeres brasiliensis.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Common milkweed locust, Phymateus morbillosus morbillosus.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

White-browed brush finch, Arremon torquatus.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Red water mite, Hydrachna geographica.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Argus wrasse, Halichoeres argus.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany

Crested guineafowl, Guttera pucherani.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Green rose chafer or goldsmith beetle, Cetonia aurata.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Red breasted wrasse, Cheilinus fasciatus.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Silver-washed fritillary, Argynnis paphia.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Rufous woodpecker, Micropternus brachyurus.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Seriated madrepore coral, Madrepora seriata.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Royal goliath beetle, Goliathus regius.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Common seabream or red porgy, Pagrus pagrus Endangered
Common seabream or red porgy, Pagrus pagrus. Endangered.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Star ascidian or golden star tunicate, Botryllus schlosseri.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Schizodactylus monstrosus cricket.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany

American goldfinch, Carduelis tristis.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Spotted goatfish, Pseudupeneus maculatus.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Sunbittern, Eurypyga helias.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London

Great Camberwell or mourning cloak butterfly, Nymphalis antiopa.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

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"Exploring the Wonders of Nature: A Glimpse into thenaturalistsmiscellany" Dive into the enchanting world of nature with thenaturalistsmiscellany, where every creature tells a unique story. Meet the Water flea, Daphnia pulex, a tiny wonder that dances gracefully in freshwater ponds, captivating our imagination. Discover the mysterious Carpet shark or spotted wobbegong, Orectolobus maculatus, lurking beneath coral reefs. Its intricate patterns and camouflage make it an elusive beauty of the deep sea. Witness the remarkable life cycle of Oleander hawkmoth, Daphnis nerii - from its elegant moth form to its voracious caterpillar stage and finally transforming into a delicate pupa. Nature's metamorphosis at its finest. Marvel at the Organ madrepore, Madrepora musicalis - an exquisite coral species that resembles a musical instrument. Its vibrant colors and intricate structure create an underwater symphony for all to admire. Encounter the Tadpole shrimp, Lepidurus apus - a living fossil that has survived through millennia virtually unchanged. This ancient creature reminds us of nature's resilience and adaptability. Meet the peculiar Lumpfish or lumpsucker, Cyclopterus lumpus - adorned with bumpy skin and suction cup-like fins allowing them to cling onto rocks effortlessly. These quirky fish add charm to our oceans' depths. Observe intelligence in action as you encounter the Common octopus, Octopus vulgaris. With their incredible problem-solving skills and shape-shifting abilities, these cephalopods never cease to amaze us. Be captivated by the ethereal presence of Black witch moth Ascalapha odorata as it glides through moonlit nights like a mystical messenger from another realm – truly an embodiment of nocturnal beauty. Delve into marine conservation as you learn about Tridacna gigas, the Giant clam.