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Six types of Stickleback
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Six types of Stickleback
Six types of Stickleback: Rough-Tailed or Three-Spined (Gasterosteus aculeatus, also known as Barnstickle, Banstickle, Sharplin and Pricklefish), Half-Armed (Gasterosteus aculeatus aculeatus), Smooth-Tailed (Gasterosteus gymnurus), Short-Spined (Gasterosteus aculeatus aculeatus), Four-Spined (Gasterosteus aculeatus aculeatus), and Ten-Spined (Gasterosteus pungitius, also known as Tinker). Date: 1879
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Media ID 14229615
© The Sharp Illustration Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
1879 Aculeatus Armed Fishes Gasterosteus Half Rough Smooth Species Spine Spined Spines Stickleback Tailed Tinker Underwater Vegetation Short Sticklebacks
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This 1879 print showcases an intriguing collection of six distinct types of Stickleback fish, showcasing their unique characteristics that have captivated naturalists and marine enthusiasts for generations. The Rough-Tailed or Three-Spined Stickleback (Gasterosteus aculeatus), also known as Barnstickle, Banstickle, Sharplin, and Pricklefish, can be identified by their elongated dorsal and anal fins, with three prominent spines. The Half-Armed Stickleback (Gasterosteus aculeatus aculeatus) is easily distinguished by its short, rudimentary pectoral fins. The Smooth-Tailed Stickleback (Gasterosteus gymnurus) boasts a streamlined body and, as its name suggests, a smooth, unadorned tail. The Short-Spined Stickleback (Gasterosteus aculeatus aculeatus) displays a short dorsal fin with no spines. The Four-Spined Stickleback (Gasterosteus aculeatus aculeatus) sports a more modest dorsal fin with four spines. Lastly, the Ten-Spined Stickleback (Gasterosteus pungitius), also known as Tinker, sports a more elaborate dorsal fin with ten spines. This historical print, depicting these vibrant and varied Stickleback species in their underwater habitat, offers a fascinating glimpse into the natural world of the late Victorian era. The rich reds, oranges, and greens of the fish contrast beautifully with the lush vegetation and crystal-clear waters, transporting us back to a time when the wonders of the natural world were just beginning to be explored in detail.
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