Poster Print : Lota lota, or Burbot
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Lota lota, or Burbot
Lota lota, or Burbot, also known as Burbolt, Bubbot, Eelpout, Mariah and Lawyer. Date: 1879
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Media ID 14229911
© The Sharp Illustration Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
1879 Fishes Lawyer Lota Markings Species Burbot
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Discover the captivating underwater world with our Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring "Lota lota, or Burbot" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This stunning image, originally published in 1879, showcases the unique beauty of this intriguing fish species, also known as Burbot, Bubbot, Eelpout, Mariah, and Lawyer. Bring the mystery of the deep sea into your home or office with this high-quality, vibrant poster print. Perfect for aquarium enthusiasts, natural history enthusiasts, or anyone who appreciates the wonders of the natural world. Order yours today and let the adventure begin!
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious semi-gloss satin 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.3cm x 19.7cm (11.9" x 7.8")
Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, taken in the late 1870s, showcases the intriguing Lota lota, or Burbot, a fascinating species of freshwater fish that has long intrigued naturalists and anglers alike. Known by various names such as Burbolt, Bubbot, Eelpout, Mariah, and Lawyer, this enigmatic creature is native to the cold, clear waters of the Northern Hemisphere, including Europe, Asia, and North America. The Burbot's appearance is as unique as its name, with a dark brown or grey body, speckled with yellow spots and distinctive markings that resemble the scales of a pike. Its most striking feature, however, is its large, tooth-filled mouth, which it uses to burrow into the muddy bottoms of lakes and rivers in search of prey. This adaptation, along with its ability to breathe through its skin, allows the Burbot to survive in oxygen-poor waters that would be inhospitable to most other fish. This photograph, taken over a century ago, offers a glimpse into the natural world of the Victorian era, a time when the exploration and documentation of new species was a source of great fascination and excitement. The Burbot, with its dark, mysterious appearance and unusual adaptations, would have been a particular object of curiosity for naturalists and collectors of the time. Today, this historical image serves as a reminder of the rich biodiversity of our planet and the importance of preserving the natural world for future generations to discover and appreciate.
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