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Thickback sole, Microchirus variegatus
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Thickback sole, Microchirus variegatus
Thickback sole, Microchirus variegatus (Variegated sole, Pleuronectes variegatus). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes, Donovan and F.C. and J. Rivington, London, 1802-1808
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This exquisitely hand-colored copperplate print showcases the Thickback Sole, Microchirus variegatus, also known as the Variegated Sole or Pleuronectes variegatus. The intricately detailed illustration was drawn and engraved by the renowned Irish naturalist and artist, Edward Donovan, as part of his comprehensive work, "The Natural History of British Fishes." Published by Donovan and Rivington in London between 1802 and 1808, this illustration is a testament to Donovan's exceptional skill and dedication to documenting the diverse marine life of the British Isles during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The Thickback Sole is a flatfish, characterized by its flattened body and both eyes on the right side. The species is named for the thick, fleshy ridge that runs along the back of its head and body, which helps protect it from predators on the ocean floor. The fish is covered in a mottled, speckled pattern, making it well-camouflaged among the sand and rocks of its habitat. The Thickback Sole is a common inhabitant of the North Atlantic, found in both the Atlantic Ocean and the North Sea. It is an important species for both commercial and recreational fishing, as it is a popular food source and is also used as bait for larger fish. Its versatility and high nutritional value have made it a staple in the diets of many coastal communities. This illustration not only serves as a beautiful and accurate record of the Thickback Sole, but also as a window into the past, providing a glimpse into the natural history of this fascinating species and the world of British ichthyology during the early 19th century.
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