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Tadpole shrimps
Tadpole shrimps: Triops cancriformis 1, and Lepidurus species 2. Fillopi; Apo cancriforme, Lepiduro. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, Dictionary of Natural Science, Florence, Italy, 1837. Illustration engraved by Corsi, drawn and directed by Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin, and published by Batelli e Figli. Turpin (1775-1840) is considered one of the greatest French botanical illustrators of the 19th century
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This exquisitely hand-colored copperplate stipple engraving, published in Antoine Laurent de Jussieu's Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali (Dictionary of Natural Science) in Florence, Italy, in 1837, showcases two fascinating species of tadpole shrimps: Triops cancriformis (common tadpole shrimp) and Lepidurus species (horned tadpole shrimp). The illustration was drawn and directed by the renowned French botanical illustrator Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin (1775-1840), who is considered one of the greatest illustrators of the 19th century. The common tadpole shrimp, depicted in the foreground, is also known as the fairy shrimp or sea tadpole. It is characterized by its long, slender body and a pair of large, fan-like appendages. This species is not actually a true shrimp but belongs to the order Triopsidae. It is an ancient, brackish water invertebrate that has remained virtually unchanged for over 200 million years. The second species, Lepidurus, is represented by the specimen in the background. This tadpole shrimp is also known as the dragon tadpole shrimp or the flying tadpole shrimp due to its unique ability to leap out of the water and glide through the air for short distances. Its body is more robust than that of Triops cancriformis, and it sports a pair of prominent horns on its head. The intricate details and lifelike accuracy of this engraving are a testament to Turpin's exceptional skill as an illustrator. The use of the stipple engraving technique, which involves the application of tiny dots to create shading and texture, further enhances the realism of the illustration. This image offers a glimpse into the natural world of the past and showcases the beauty and diversity of the tadpole shrimp species.
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