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Common snapping turtle, Chelydra serpentina
Common snapping turtle, Chelydra serpentina (Snake tortoise, Testudo serpentina). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Heath after an illustration by George Shaw from his General Zoology, Amphibia, London, 1801
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Amphibia Common Heath Herpetology Shaw Snake Snapping Testudo Tortoise Turtle Chelydra Serpentina
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving depicts the Common Snapping Turtle, Chelydra serpentina, also known as the Snake Tortoise or the River Cobra. The intricate detail in this beautiful work of art is a testament to the skill of the engraver, Heath, working from an illustration by the renowned naturalist, Dr. George Shaw, for his comprehensive publication, "General Zoology, Amphibia," published in London in 1801. The Common Snapping Turtle is a large, powerful aquatic turtle native to North America. With its distinctive elongated neck and powerful jaws, it is well-known for its ability to snap its jaws quickly to capture prey. The turtle's body is covered in a rough, greenish-brown shell, which provides excellent protection against predators. The Common Snapping Turtle is an important species in aquatic ecosystems, playing a crucial role in controlling populations of insects and other invertebrates. They are also an essential food source for larger predators, such as raccoons, otters, and alligators. This engraving is a valuable historical record of the Common Snapping Turtle, providing a detailed and accurate representation of the species at a time when scientific knowledge of the natural world was expanding rapidly. The intricate details of the turtle's anatomy, as well as its habitat and behavior, are all captured in this stunning work of art, making it an essential addition to any collection of natural history prints.
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