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Armored catfish species, Acanthicus hystrix
Armored catfish species, Acanthicus hystrix. Porcupine acanthicus, Acanthicus histrix. Fort St. Joaquin in the distance. 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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Amazon Armored Catfish Fishes Fort Guiana Hystrix Jardine Joaquin Lizars Naturalists Porcupine Schomburgk Stewart
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Discover the intriguing underwater world with our Media Storehouse range of poster prints featuring the Armored Catfish, Acanthicus hystrix. This captivating print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the unique porcupine-like quills covering the body of this fascinating species. The hand-colored steel engraving by W.H, transporting you back in time to Fort St. Joaquin, adds an element of history and adventure. Bring this beautiful piece of art into your home or office to inspire awe and curiosity.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.3cm x 18.8cm (11.9" x 7.4")
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 hand-colored steel engraving, created by W.H. Lizars after an illustration by James Stewart, showcases the intriguing Armored Catfish species, Acanthicus hystrix, also known as the Porcupine Catfish or the Armored Catfish of Fort St. Joaquin. The image, taken from Robert Schomburgk's seminal work "Fishes of Guiana," published in Edinburgh in 1841 as part of Sir William Jardine's Naturalists Library, offers a remarkable glimpse into the natural history of this unique fish. The Armored Catfish, a native of the Amazon River basin, is easily identifiable by its distinctive armor-like plates covering its body. These plates not only provide protection against predators but also serve as camouflage, allowing the fish to blend seamlessly with the riverbed. The species can grow up to 45 centimeters in length and feeds primarily on bottom-dwelling invertebrates. In the background of the engraving, the ruins of Fort St. Joaquin can be seen, adding a historical context to the image. Fort St. Joaquin, located in what is now Brazil, was a Dutch fort built in the late 17th century to protect Dutch interests in the region. The fort's presence in the image underscores the interconnectedness of natural history and human exploration during the 19th century. The meticulous attention to detail in this hand-colored steel engraving is evident in the intricate depiction of the Armored Catfish's scales, the textured armor plates, and the subtle shading that brings the image to life. This print is a testament to the beauty and diversity of the natural world and the importance of documenting it for future generations.
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