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Largescale four-eyed fish, Anableps anableps
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Largescale four-eyed fish, Anableps anableps
Largescale four-eyed fish, Anableps anableps (as four-eyed anableps, Anableps tetropthalmus). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1801
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Frederick Ichthyology Miscellany Naturalists Nodder Polydore Shaw Four Eyed Largescale
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1. Title: Four-Eyed Fish: A Fascinating Illustration of Anableps Anableps from The Naturalist's Miscellany This illustration showcases the unique and intriguing Anableps Anableps, also known as the four-eyed fish or the four-eyed anableps. The large-scale depiction, drawn and engraved by the skilled hands of Richard Polydore Nodder, offers a detailed and accurate representation of this fascinating species. Anableps Anableps is a small, laterally compressed fish native to the coastal regions of the Atlantic Ocean, primarily found in the western Atlantic from Florida to Brazil. This fish is known for its distinctive feature – it has two sets of eyes, one on each side of its head, allowing it to see in both air and water. This adaptation enables the fish to survive in shallow, murky waters where visibility is limited. The handcoloured copperplate engraving, taken from George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's The Naturalist's Miscellany, published in London in 1801, showcases the fish's vibrant colours and patterns. The illustration reveals the fish's elongated body, large dorsal and anal fins, and the striking contrast between its silver-grey back and its golden-yellow belly. The four-eyed fish is an essential addition to any collection of zoological or ichthyological illustrations, showcasing the natural world's intricacies and the beauty of adaptation. This image not only serves as a testament to the artistic skill of the illustrator but also highlights the wonders of the natural world and the importance of documenting its diverse inhabitants.
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