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Turkey moray eel, Gymnothorax meleagris
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Turkey moray eel, Gymnothorax meleagris
Turkey moray eel, Gymnothorax meleagris.. Handcolored copperplate zoological engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, 1792
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Frederick Meleagris Miscellany Moray Naturalist Nodder Shaw Zoological Gymnothorax
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This stunning handcolored copperplate engraving depicts the Turkey Moray Eel, Gymnothorax meleagris, a fascinating and intricately patterned marine creature. The image is taken from George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's "The Naturalist's Miscellany," published in 1792. Shaw and Nodder were renowned naturalists and illustrators of their time, and their work was instrumental in documenting and preserving the natural history of the world. The Turkey Moray Eel, also known as the Spotted Moray or the Mottled Moray, is a unique member of the Moray eel family, characterized by its elongated body and distinctive coloration. The eel's body is covered in a series of dark spots and blotches, which provide excellent camouflage against the rocks and coral reefs where it dwells. The Turkey Moray Eel is a master of disguise, able to blend seamlessly into its environment and ambush its unsuspecting prey. It is a powerful and agile predator, capable of delivering a venomous bite to immobilize its victims. Despite its fearsome appearance, the Turkey Moray Eel is not considered dangerous to humans, and it is often kept as an exotic aquarium specimen. This beautiful engraving not only showcases the intricate details of the Turkey Moray Eel's body but also captures the essence of the natural history illustration as an art form. The meticulous handcoloring adds depth and vibrancy to the image, making it a true masterpiece of the natural history illustration genre.
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