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Arapaima, Arapaima gigas
Arapaima, Arapaima gigas (Gigantic sudis, Sudis gigas). Handcoloured steel engraving by W.H. Lizars after an illustration by James Stewart from Robert Schomburgks Fishes of Guiana, part of Sir William Jardines Naturalists Library: Ichthyology, Edinburgh, 1841
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Catfish Fishes Gigantic Gigas Guiana Ichthyology Jardine Lizars Naturalists Schomburgk Stewart Arapaima
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Bring the mystique of the Amazon rainforest into your home or office with our stunning Arapaima poster print from Media Storehouse. This exquisite print, sourced from the Mary Evans Prints Online archives, showcases the Arapaima gigas, also known as the Gigantic Sudis or the Pink River Dolphin. The intricate hand-colored steel engraving, created by W.H. Lizars after an illustration by James Stewart, captures the grandeur and beauty of this prehistoric fish. Add this unique piece to your collection and let the captivating Arapaima become a conversation starter in your space.
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 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.
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This exquisitely hand-colored steel engraving showcases the impressive Arapaima gigas, also known as the Gigantic Arapaima, Sudis gigas, or Pirarucu. The Arapaima is a large, air-breathing catfish native to the Amazon and Orinoco river basins in South America. This magnificent specimen was meticulously illustrated by James Stewart and engraved by W.H. Lizars for Robert Schomburgk's "Fishes of Guiana," published as part of Sir William Jardine's Naturalists Library: Ichthyology in Edinburgh in 1841. The Arapaima is an iconic fish, renowned for its massive size, which can reach up to 3 meters (10 feet) in length and weigh over 150 kg (330 lbs). Its armored body is covered in large, overlapping scales, and its dorsal and pectoral fins are broad and fan-like. This fish is an essential component of the Amazonian ecosystem, providing food for various predators and playing a crucial role in maintaining the balance of the aquatic environment. The Arapaima is unique among fish species due to its ability to breathe air at the water's surface. This adaptation allows it to survive in oxygen-poor waters and enables it to thrive in areas with limited vegetation, making it an essential food source for local communities. The Arapaima is also culturally significant, with indigenous peoples in the Amazon basin considering it a sacred fish and using it for various ceremonial and medicinal purposes. This stunning hand-colored steel engraving is a testament to the beauty and significance of the Arapaima gigas, a remarkable fish that continues to captivate and inspire us with its size, strength, and resilience.
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