Wels Collection

Silurus glanis, or Wels Catfish, also known as Sheatfish and Sly Silurus, a freshwater and brackish water fish. Date: 1865

Wels catfish and Blochs catfish
Wels catfish, Silurus glanis 74, and Blochs catfish, Pimelodus blochii 75. Handcolored copperplate engraving after Jacob Nilson from Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelms Encyclopedia of Natural History: Fish

Strange river fish (coloured engraving)
997485 Strange river fish (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From A Bilderbuch fAor KinderA (Picture Book for Children) 1790-1830

Picture No. 11051706
Dace European freshwaters Date:

Street Scene, Bad Hall, near Wels, Austria. Date: 1910s

Picture No. 11051705
Dace European freshwaters Date:

Picture No. 11051703
Wels Catfish / Sheatfish European freshwaters Date:

Picture No. 11051704
Wels Catfish / Sheatfish European freshwaters Date:

Picture No. 11051702
Wels Catfish / Sheatfish European freshwaters Date:

Wels, Upper Austria, Austria - A pathway is leading through a garden with grass and flower beds into the courtyard of a mansion

Wels, Upper Austria, Austria - An open bible is set in front of a gold iconic carving crowned with a crucifix. Above and behind the crucifix is a picture of Jesus

Wels, Upper Austria, Austria - A statue of an angel is in front of a pipe organ s
Wels, Upper Austria, Austria - A statue of an angel is in front of a pipe organs pipes in a church

Wels, Upper Austria, Austria - Rows of red and pink flowers border a lawn in front of a building. In the background is a clock tower with a spire

Wels, Upper Austria, Austria - Red flowers are hanging from an open window over a teal door with white stripes

Wels, Upper Austria, Austria - Low angle view of a clock and bell tower of an old church

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"Wels: The Enigmatic Silurus glanis of the River" In the depths of rivers, a mysterious creature lurks - the Wels Catfish, scientifically known as Silurus glanis. This formidable fish, also referred to as Blochs catfish, captivates both anglers and nature enthusiasts alike with its impressive size and unique characteristics. Imagine stumbling upon this strange river dweller; an image captured in a beautifully colored engraving. Picture No. 11051706 reveals the awe-inspiring presence of the Wels Catfish, showcasing its sleek body and distinctive barbels that extend from its mouth like delicate whiskers. Venturing into Bad Hall's street scene, one cannot help but be enchanted by Picture No. 11051705. Amidst this picturesque town in Upper Austria lies a window adorned with red flowers cascading down towards the cobblestone streets below, and is here that we find ourselves immersed in Wels' charm. As we explore further through Picture No. 11051703, our gaze is drawn upwards towards an Old World building with a majestic spire piercing through the sky above. Its architectural grandeur stands as a testament to Wels' rich history and cultural heritage. A tranquil garden beckons us forward in Picture No. 11051704; a pathway meandering amidst lush green grasses invites peaceful contemplation within this idyllic setting found in Upper Austria's gem - Wels. Nature intertwines effortlessly with human existence throughout these captivating images city life - where modernity harmonizes seamlessly with natural beauty. So let us embrace all that Wels has to offer - from encountering extraordinary creatures like Silurus glanis beneath rippling waters to strolling along enchanting pathways surrounded by vibrant flora. Wander through this Austrian haven where tradition meets innovation; where ancient buildings coexist alongside contemporary structures – for it is within these contrasts that the true essence is found.