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Smoothhand shark, angler fish, burrfish and sawfish bill
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Smoothhand shark, angler fish, burrfish and sawfish bill
Common smoothhand, Mustelus mustelus, Vulnerable 1, angler fish, Lophius piscatorius 2, burrfish, Chilomycterus schoepfi 3, and bill of a sawfish, Pristis pectinata, critically endangered 4. Un petit haay ou requin, Mustelus laevis, le petit diable marin, Rana piscatrix, un petit poisson rapace des Iles Antilles, la scie ou la corne dentee d un espadon, Pristis. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Christian Leinberger from Georg Wolfgang Knorrs Deliciae Naturae Selectae of Kabinet van Zeldzaamheden der Natuur, Blusse and Son, Nuremberg, 1771. Specimens from a Wunderkammer or Cabinet of Curiosities owned by P.L. Muller
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Angler Antilles Bill Common Critically Diable Endangered Laevis Lophius Marin Petit Piscatorius Pristis Rana Sawfish Shark Vulnerable Burrfish Requin
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This hand-colored copperplate engraving, sourced from Georg Wolfgang Knorr's Deliciae Naturae Selectae of Kabinet van Zeldzaamheden der Natuur, showcases a collection of intriguing marine species. The image features four distinct creatures from the depths of the ocean, each with unique characteristics that reflect their roles in the underwater world. In the foreground, a Common Smoothhand Shark, Mustelus mustelus, with its smooth, grayish skin and delicate dorsal fin, is depicted. This shark species, classified as vulnerable, is known for its wide distribution in temperate and tropical waters. Next to the shark, an Anglerfish, Lophius piscatorius, with its bioluminescent lure, is shown. This deep-sea dweller uses its glowing appendage to attract unsuspecting prey. The Anglerfish is a critical component of the deep-sea ecosystem, but its populations are declining due to bycatch and habitat destruction. The Burrfish, Chilomycterus schoepfi, is displayed in the lower right corner. Its distinctive spines and colorful markings make it a standout among other marine species. This burrowing fish is native to the Caribbean and is known for its ability to inflate itself when threatened. Lastly, the sawtooth bill of a Sawfish, Pristis pectinata, is illustrated in the background. This critically endangered species is easily identified by its long, saw-like rostrum, which it uses to locate and stun its prey. Sawfish populations have drastically declined due to accidental capture in fishing gear and habitat loss. This engraving, originally part of a Wunderkammer or Cabinet of Curiosities owned by P.L. Muller, serves as a reminder of the wonders and fragility of the marine world. Each of these species plays a crucial role in maintaining the balance of the ocean ecosystem, and their conservation is essential for the health of our planet.
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