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Snipefish, Macroramphosus scolopax
Snipefish, Macroramphosus scolopax (Scaly centriscus, Centriscus scolopax). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1802
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Frederick Ichthyology Miscellany Naturalists Nodder Polydore Scaly Scolopax Shaw
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1. Title: "Snipefish (Macroramphosus scolopax): A Magnificent Illustration from The Naturalist's Miscellany" This exquisite handcoloured copperplate engraving depicts the Snipefish, scientifically known as Macroramphosus scolopax, a fascinating species of fish from the family Centriscidae. The illustration was drawn and expertly engraved by the renowned natural history artist, Richard Polydore Nodder, and published in George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's esteemed work, The Naturalist's Miscellany, in London, 1802. The Snipefish, also referred to as the Scaly Centriscus or the Scolopax Centriscus, is a slender, elongated fish with an elongated, pointed snout and a dorsal fin that runs almost the entire length of its body. The fish is covered in small, overlapping scales, giving it a scaly appearance. Its body is typically silver in colour, with a darker back and a lighter belly. The Snipefish is a pelagic fish, meaning it lives in the open ocean, and is found in the Atlantic, Indian, and Pacific Oceans. It is a schooling fish and feeds primarily on plankton and other small organisms. The Snipefish is an essential species in various marine ecosystems and is of interest to both scientific research and commercial fisheries. This stunning illustration not only showcases the beauty and intricacy of the Snipefish but also serves as an essential record of natural history from the early 19th century. The meticulous attention to detail and the vibrant handcolours bring the fish to life, making this a must-have for any serious collector of natural history prints or those with an interest in ichthyology and zoology.
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