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Painted turtle, African helmeted turtle and pond slider
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Painted turtle, African helmeted turtle and pond slider
Painted turtle, Chrysemys picta (cinereous tortoise, Testudo picta), African helmeted turtle, Pelomedusa subrufa (galeated tortoise, Testudo galeata) and pond slider, Trachemys scripta (lettered tortoise, Testudo scripta). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Hill after an illustration by George Shaw from his General Zoology, Amphibia, London, 1801
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Helmeted Picta Pond Scripta Slider Testudo Tortoise Turtle Chrysemys Cinereous Lettered Trachemys
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This hand-colored copperplate engraving, created by Hill after an illustration by George Shaw in his seminal work "General Zoology, Amphibia," published in London in 1801, showcases an intriguing assemblage of three distinct species of turtles: the Painted Turtle (Chrysemys picta, also known as the Cinereous Tortoise), the African Helmeted Turtle (Pelomedusa subrufa, or the Galeated Tortoise), and the Pond Slider (Trachemys scripta, or the Lettered Tortoise). The Painted Turtle, native to North America, is easily identified by its colorful, patterned shell and webbed feet, which are adapted for swimming in shallow waters. The African Helmeted Turtle, on the other hand, is native to Africa and is characterized by its distinctive helmet-like head shield, which provides protection against predators. Lastly, the Pond Slider, native to Central America, is named for its ability to slide across the water's surface, and its shell is marked with distinctive yellow stripes and red markings. This exquisite engraving not only showcases the remarkable diversity of the turtle family but also serves as a testament to the meticulous craftsmanship of the time. The intricate details of each turtle's unique features are brought to life through the skilled hand of the engraver, providing a glimpse into the natural world of over two centuries ago.
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