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Varieties of sea cucumber
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Varieties of sea cucumber
Sea cucumbers including Trochodota purpurea, Cladodactyla crocea crocea, Stichopus chloronotus, Anaperus peruvianus, Holothuria (Metriatyla) lessoni, Leptosynapta inhaerens, etc. Lithograph from Lorenz Okens Universal Natural History, Allgemeine Naturgeschichte fur alle Stande, Stuttgart, 1841
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Alle Allgemeine Creature Cucumber Lorenz Naturgeschichte Oken Purpurea Stände Universal Crocea Holothuria
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This stunning lithograph, titled "Varieties of Sea Cucumbers," is an exquisite example of the detailed and accurate illustrations found in Lorenz Oken's "Universal Natural History, Allgemeine Naturgeschichte fur alle Stände," published in Stuttgart, Germany, in 1841. Sea cucumbers, also known as holothurians, are a diverse group of marine invertebrates, characterized by their elongated, cylindrical or oval-shaped bodies, covered in tiny tube-like feet. In this illustration, several species of sea cucumbers are depicted, including the Trochodota purpurea, Cladodactyla crocea, Stichopus chloronotus, Anaperus peruvianus, Holothuria (Metriatyla) lessoni, Leptosynapta inhaerens, and others. The Trochodota purpurea, with its vibrant purple coloration, can be found in the Atlantic and Indian Oceans. The Cladodactyla crocea, easily identified by its bright orange color and long, slender tentacles, is native to the Red Sea and the Indian Ocean. The Stichopus chloronotus, with its greenish-brown body and distinctive white spots, is commonly found in the Pacific and Indian Oceans. The Anaperus peruvianus, a small, brown sea cucumber, is native to the eastern Pacific Ocean. The Holothuria (Metriatyla) lessoni, with its long, slender body and white, branching spines, is found in the western Pacific Ocean. The Leptosynapta inhaerens, also known as the "clinging sea cucumber," is unique in its ability to attach itself to rocks and other hard surfaces using its tentacles. This beautiful and intricate lithograph not only showcases the diverse array of sea cucumber species but also highlights the exceptional skill and attention to detail of the illustrator. It is a testament to the natural history of the sea and the importance of documenting and preserving the wonders of the marine world.
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