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Electric eel and electric catfish
Electric eel, Electrophorus electricus (Gymnotus electricus) and electric catfish, Malapterurus electricus.Handcoloured lithograph from Georg Friedrich Treitschkes Gallery of Natural History, Naturhistorischer Bildersaal des Thierreiches, Liepzig, 1842
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Bildersaal Catfish Electric Electricus Electrophorus Friedrich Gallery Georg Gymnotus Ichthyology Naturhistorischer Thierreiches Treitschke
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Bring the thrilling underwater world of electric fish to your home or office with our stunning Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring the Electric Eel and Electric Catfish. These captivating hand-colored lithographs, sourced from the esteemed Georg Friedrich Treitschke's Gallery of Natural History, showcase the unique electric properties of these fascinating creatures. The Electric Eel (Electrophorus electricus, formerly known as Gymnotus electricus) and Electric Catfish (Malapterurus electricus) are not only visually impressive but also biologically intriguing. Each print is expertly reproduced from the original Rights Managed image from Mary Evans Prints Online, ensuring the finest detail and vibrant colors. Add an element of wonder and intrigue to any space with these beautiful and educational poster prints.
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 20cm (11.9" x 7.9")
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 lithograph, hailing from Georg Friedrich Treitschke's Gallery of Natural History in Leipzig, published in 1842, showcases two fascinating electric fish species: the Electric Eel (Electrophorus electricus, formerly known as Gymnotus electricus) and the Electric Catfish (Malapterurus electricus). Both fish are renowned for their unique ability to generate and utilize electric currents for hunting and defense. The Electric Eel, depicted on the left, is the largest known electric fish, growing up to 8 feet long. It produces electric shocks of up to 600 volts and 1 ampere, which it uses to stun its prey before consuming it. The Electric Eel's elongated body is filled with specialized organs called 'electrocytes,' which generate the electric current. On the right, the Electric Catfish, measuring around 2 feet, is a smaller but equally impressive electric fish. It can generate electric shocks of up to 200 volts and 0.5 amperes. The Electric Catfish uses its electric discharge to stun its prey and navigate its environment. These electric fish are essential subjects of study in the field of ichthyology, providing valuable insights into the evolution of electrical sensory systems and the adaptive functions of electric organs in aquatic organisms. The intricate details of these fish, expertly rendered in this hand-colored lithograph, serve as a testament to the beauty and diversity of the natural world.
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