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Porcupinefish, Diodon holocanthus, and pufferfish

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Porcupinefish, Diodon holocanthus, and pufferfish

Porcupinefish, Diodon holocanthus, and pufferfish or globefish, Tetraodon lineatus.. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieus Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles 1816-1830. Illustration by J.G. Pretre, engraved by Massard, directed by Turpin, and published by F. G. Levrault. Jean Gabriel Pretre (1780-1845) was painter of natural history at Empress Josephines zoo and later became artist to the Museum of Natural History

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Balloonfish Cloquet Dictionnaire Diodon Gabriel Globefish Hippolyte Jussieu Lineatus Massard Naturelles Porcupinefish Pretre Pufferfish Reptile Sciences Spiny Stipple Tetraodon Holocanthus


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This stunning handcolored copperplate stipple engraving, published by F. G. Levrault between 1816 and 1830, showcases two fascinating underwater creatures: the Porcupinefish (Diodon holocanthus) and the Pufferfish, also known as the Globefish (Tetraodon lineatus). The illustration, directed by Turpin and engraved by Massard, was created by the renowned French painter of natural history, Jean Gabriel Pretre (1780-1845). At the time, Pretre served as the painter of natural history at Empress Josephine's zoo and later became the artist to the Museum of Natural History. The Porcupinefish, depicted on the left, is easily recognizable with its distinctive spiny body covered in quill-like structures. These sharp protrusions serve as a defense mechanism, detachable spines that the fish can shoot out when threatened. The Porcupinefish is also known for its ability to inflate itself when feeling threatened, making itself appear larger and more intimidating to potential predators. On the right, the Pufferfish, or Globefish, displays its unique characteristic of swallowing air to puff up its body when feeling endangered. This puffing behavior not only makes the fish appear larger but also makes it less palatable to predators due to its spiny gills. Both the Porcupinefish and Pufferfish are part of the Tetraodontidae family, known for their unique adaptations and intriguing appearances. This beautifully detailed engraving serves as a testament to the exquisite artistry and scientific curiosity of the time, providing an accurate and captivating representation of these fascinating underwater creatures.

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