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Jaguar catfish, Liosomadoras oncinus
Jaguar catfish, Liosomadoras oncinus (Marbled arius, Arius oncinus). 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 hand-colored steel engraving depicts the Jaguar Catfish, Liosomadoras oncinus, also known as the Marbled Arius or Oncinus Arius. The intricately detailed illustration was created 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, Scotland, in 1841. The Jaguar Catfish is a large, powerful, and predatory fish native to the tropical waters of South America. It is named for the distinctive jagged patterns on its body, which resemble the spots of a jaguar's skin. This fish can grow up to 1.5 meters (5 feet) in length and weigh over 30 kilograms (66 pounds). The Jaguar Catfish is an apex predator in its aquatic environment and feeds on a variety of prey, including other fish, crustaceans, and mollusks. Its large, sharp teeth and powerful jaws enable it to crush the shells of mollusks and crush the bones of larger prey. This engraving is a beautiful example of the detailed and accurate illustrations produced during the 19th century to document the natural world. The hand-coloring adds depth and vibrancy to the image, bringing out the intricate patterns on the Jaguar Catfish's body. The illustration is a valuable record of this fascinating and powerful fish, which continues to intrigue scientists and aquarists today.
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