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Viviparous blenny, shanny, tompot blenny and Indian humphead
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Viviparous blenny, shanny, tompot blenny and Indian humphead
Viviparous blenny, Zoarces viviparus 104, shanny, Lipophrys pholis 105, tompot blenny, Parablennius gattorugine 107, and Indian humphead, Kurtus indicus 108. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelms Encyclopedia of Natural History: Fish, Augsburg, 1804. Wilhelm (1758-1811) was a Bavarian clergyman and naturalist known as the German Buffon
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This handcolored copperplate engraving, taken from the Encyclopedia of Natural History: Fish by the Bavarian clergyman and naturalist, Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelm (1758-1811), showcases an intriguing collection of blennies, a group of small, marine fish. The engraving includes six distinct species: the Viviparous Blenny (Zoarces viviparus, 104), also known as the common blenny or shanny; the Shanny (Lipophrys pholis, 105), commonly referred to as the European blenny or shanny; the Tompot Blenny (Parablennius gattorugine, 107), named for its tomato-like egg pouch; and the Indian Humphead (Kurtus indicus, 108), a large, colorful blenny native to the Indian Ocean. Wilhelm's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the intricate engraving, which highlights the unique features of each species. The Viviparous Blenny, for instance, is depicted with a distinct, elongated snout and a series of small, dark spots along its body. The Shanny displays a mottled, brownish coloration, while the Tompot Blenny is shown with a vibrant orange and black pattern. The Indian Humphead, the largest of the group, is depicted with a striking, hump-like head and a bold, black and white striped pattern. The Encyclopedia of Natural History: Fish was a groundbreaking work in the field of ichthyology, showcasing a wide range of marine creatures with exceptional accuracy and detail. Wilhelm's dedication to documenting the natural world continues to inspire and captivate researchers and enthusiasts alike, over two centuries after its publication.
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