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Blue-spotted spinefoot and spotted tang
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Blue-spotted spinefoot and spotted tang
Blue-spotted spinefoot, Siganus corallinus (Amphacanthus corallinus), and spotted tang, Zebrasoma gemmatum (Acanthurus gemmatus). Handcolored engraving by Legrand after an illustration by Frank from Charles d Orbignys Dictionnaire Universel d Histoire Naturelle (Universal Dictionary of Natural History), Paris, 1849. Blue-spotted spinefoot, Siganus corallinus (Amphacanthus corallinus), and spotted tang, Zebrasoma gemmatum (Acanthurus gemmatus). Handcolored engraving by Legrand after an illustration by Frank from Charles d Orbignys Dictionnaire Universel d Histoire Naturelle (Universal Dictionary of Natural History), Paris, 1849
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Dictionary Dorbigny Frank Ichthyology Legrand Spotted Tang Universal Acanthurus Blue Spotted Zebrasoma
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This exquisitely hand-colored engraving, created by Legrand after an original illustration by Frank, showcases two vibrant and intricately patterned tropical reef fish: the Blue-spotted Spinefoot (Siganus corallinus, formerly known as Amphacanthus corallinus) and the Spotted Tang (Zebrasoma gemmatum, formerly known as Acanthurus gemmatus). The Blue-spotted Spinefoot, also referred to as the Blue-spotted Rabbitfish, is a bottom-dwelling fish with distinctive blue spots and spines along its dorsal and pectoral fins. The Spotted Tang, also known as the Yellow Tang or the Blue-striped Tang, is a popular reef fish with a striking black and yellow striped pattern and a distinctive flat body shape. This illustration is taken from Charles d'Orbigny's Dictionnaire Universel d'Histoire Naturelle (Universal Dictionary of Natural History), published in Paris in 1849. D'Orbigny was a renowned French naturalist and zoologist who made significant contributions to the fields of ichthyology and malacology. His comprehensive dictionary was one of the most influential works of its time, featuring detailed descriptions and illustrations of a vast array of natural history specimens. The intricate detail and vibrant colors of this engraving provide a captivating glimpse into the rich biodiversity of tropical reef ecosystems and the scientific curiosity of the 19th century. The Blue-spotted Spinefoot and Spotted Tang continue to be popular subjects of study and appreciation among marine biologists, aquarists, and nature enthusiasts alike.
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