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Zebra moray eel, Gymnomuraena zebra
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Zebra moray eel, Gymnomuraena zebra
Zebra moray eel, Gymnomuraena zebra.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1797
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This stunning handcolored copperplate engraving showcases the intricate details of a Zebra Moray Eel, Gymnomuraena zebra, a unique and captivating marine creature. The image is taken from "The Naturalist's Miscellany," a seminal work in the field of zoology and natural history published in London in 1797 by George Shaw and Frederick Nodder. The Zebra Moray Eel is a masterpiece of nature's design, with its elongated body and distinctive stripes. Moray eels are known for their serpentine shape and are often found in tropical and subtropical waters around the world. They are expert ambush predators, lying in wait in crevices and caves for unsuspecting prey. This exquisite engraving captures the eel's intricate scales, which are arranged in a zebra-like pattern, giving it its common name. The eel's large, expressive eyes and sharp teeth are also clearly visible, adding to its intimidating yet beautiful appearance. The Naturalist's Miscellany was a groundbreaking publication that brought together a wide range of natural history subjects, from botany and zoology to geology and mineralogy. Shaw and Nodder's meticulous attention to detail and commitment to accuracy made it an essential resource for scientists, collectors, and natural history enthusiasts of the time. This Zebra Moray Eel engraving is a testament to the beauty and diversity of the natural world, as well as the skill and artistry of the natural history illustrators of the late 18th century. It remains an important historical document and a source of inspiration for generations of naturalists and artists to come.
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