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Arapaima, Arapaima gigas

Arapaima, Arapaima gigas (Gigantic sudis, Sudis gigas). Handcoloured steel engraving by W.H. Lizars after an illustration by James Stewart from Robert Schomburgks Fishes of Guiana, part of Sir William Jardines Naturalists Library: Ichthyology, Edinburgh, 1841

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This exquisitely hand-colored steel engraving showcases the impressive Arapaima gigas, also known as the Gigantic Arapaima, Sudis gigas, or Pirarucu. The Arapaima is a large, air-breathing catfish native to the Amazon and Orinoco river basins in South America. This magnificent specimen was meticulously illustrated by James Stewart and engraved by W.H. Lizars for Robert Schomburgk's "Fishes of Guiana," published as part of Sir William Jardine's Naturalists Library: Ichthyology in Edinburgh in 1841. The Arapaima is an iconic fish, renowned for its massive size, which can reach up to 3 meters (10 feet) in length and weigh over 150 kg (330 lbs). Its armored body is covered in large, overlapping scales, and its dorsal and pectoral fins are broad and fan-like. This fish is an essential component of the Amazonian ecosystem, providing food for various predators and playing a crucial role in maintaining the balance of the aquatic environment. The Arapaima is unique among fish species due to its ability to breathe air at the water's surface. This adaptation allows it to survive in oxygen-poor waters and enables it to thrive in areas with limited vegetation, making it an essential food source for local communities. The Arapaima is also culturally significant, with indigenous peoples in the Amazon basin considering it a sacred fish and using it for various ceremonial and medicinal purposes. This stunning hand-colored steel engraving is a testament to the beauty and significance of the Arapaima gigas, a remarkable fish that continues to captivate and inspire us with its size, strength, and resilience.

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