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Gattyana cirrhosa
Gattyana cirrhosa polychaete worm (Cirrhated aphrodita, Aphrodita cirrhosa). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1806
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Frederick Miscellany Naturalists Nodder Polychaete Polydore Shaw Worm
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving depicts the Gattyana cirrhosa, also known as the Cirrhated Aphrodita or Aphrodita cirrhosa, a polychaete worm belonging to the family Cirratulidae. The image was meticulously drawn and engraved by the skilled hands of natural history illustrator, Richard Polydore Nodder, and published in George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's The Naturalist's Miscellany in London, 1806. The Gattyana cirrhosa is a marine polychaete, commonly found in the Atlantic and Mediterranean seas. Its elongated body is covered in numerous tiny bristles, or chaetae, which provide both locomotion and protection. The most distinctive feature of this species is the presence of cirri, or feathery appendages, which can be seen extending from the head and along the body segments. These cirri function as sensory organs, allowing the worm to detect and respond to touch, taste, and chemical stimuli in its environment. The intricate details of the Gattyana cirrhosa's anatomy are beautifully captured in this engraving, from the delicate cirri to the subtle shading and coloration of its body. The natural history illustration movement of the late 18th and early 19th centuries played a crucial role in advancing scientific knowledge by providing accurate and detailed records of the natural world. This stunning image of the Gattyana cirrhosa is a testament to the artistry and dedication of the natural history illustrators of this era, and continues to captivate our imagination and appreciation for the wonders of the marine world.
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