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Slow-worm or blind worm and eastern glass lizard
Slow-worm or blind worm and eastern glass lizard.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelms Encyclopedia of Natural History: Amphibia, Augsburg, 1794
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This stunning handcolored copperplate engraving, taken from Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelm's Encyclopedia of Natural History: Amphibia, published in Augsburg in 1794, showcases two intriguing reptiles: the Slow-worm (Anguis fragilis) and the Eastern Glass Lizard (Ophisaurus ventralis). The Slow-worm, also known as the Blindworm or the Grass Snake, is a legless reptile native to Europe. Despite its name, it is not a true worm, but rather a lizard belonging to the family Anguidae. Slow-worms are characterized by their slender bodies, smooth scales, and bright yellow or orange bellies. They are often mistaken for snakes due to their lack of legs and their ability to move in a serpentine manner. The Eastern Glass Lizard, on the other hand, is a long, slender reptile native to the eastern United States. It is also legless and belongs to the family Anguidae. However, unlike the Slow-worm, the Eastern Glass Lizard has a transparent belly, which gives it its common name. This transparency is an adaptation that helps the lizard blend in with its surroundings when it is lying still. The intricate detail and vibrant colors of this engraving are a testament to the advanced techniques of the time. The Slow-worm is depicted with its body curled up, while the Eastern Glass Lizard is shown in a more active pose, with its head raised and its body in an S-shape. The background of the engraving is adorned with various plants and flowers, adding to the overall beauty of the image. This engraving is an important historical document, providing a glimpse into the natural history of these fascinating creatures during the late 18th century. It also demonstrates the remarkable advances in scientific illustration during this period, which helped to advance our understanding of the natural world.
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