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Babylon turrid shell, Turris babylonia
Babylon turrid shell, Turris babylonia (Spotted pleurotoma, Pleurotoma babylonica). Handcoloured copperplate engraving drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder from William Elford Leachs Zoological Miscellany, McMillan, London, 1815
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This exquisitely hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the intricate beauty of the Babylon Turrid Shell, scientifically known as Turris babylonia or Pleurotoma babylonica. The image was meticulously drawn and engraved by the skilled hand of Richard Polydore Nodder, and published in William Elford Leach's Zoological Miscellany in 1815. The Babylon Turrid Shell is a type of large marine mollusk, belonging to the Turridae family, which is characterized by its distinctive spiral shape and intricate patterns. In this illustration, the shell is depicted in a three-quarter view, revealing its stunning spotted pattern, which is reminiscent of the ancient city of Babylon, from which it derives its name. The Babylon Turrid Shell is a fascinating creature of the marine world, with a complex structure that provides it with both protection and mobility. The shell is composed of several layers, including an outer layer of nacre, which gives it its iridescent sheen, and an inner layer of mother of pearl, which provides the foundation for the growth of the shell. The Babylon Turrid Shell is not only a marvel of nature but also an important subject of study in the field of conchology, the scientific study of mollusk shells. This illustration, with its exceptional detail and accuracy, is a testament to the dedication and expertise of the naturalists and artists of the time, who sought to document and preserve the natural world for future generations.
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