Dentex Collection

Leopard grouper (Mycteroperca rosacea) and Dentex (Dentex sp. ) hunting a large school of Sardines (Sardina sp)
Leopard grouper (Mycteroperca rosacea) and Dentex (Dentex sp.) hunting a large school of Sardines (Sardina sp.), Espiritu Santo Island, Baja California, Mexico, Sea of Cortez

Leopard grouper (Mycteroperca rosacea) and Dentex (Dentex dentex) hunting a huge school of Sardines (Sardina pilchardus) in shallow water, Espiritu Santo archipelago, Sea of Cortez, Mexico

Large-eye dentex, Dentex macrophthalmus (Great-eyed sparus, Sparus macrophthalmus). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Common dentex, Dentex dentex. Vulnerable. (Four-toothed sparus, Sparus dentex). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes

Common dentex, dentex dentex. Vulnerable. (Four-toothed sparus, Sparus dentex)
FLO4614440 Common dentex, dentex dentex. Vulnerable. (Four-toothed sparus, Sparus dentex). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes

Dentex dentex, or Common Dentex. Date: 1862

Picture No. 11676383
Common Dentex (composite image) Date:

Picture No. 11676352
African Moonfish with two White Travally (Pseudocaranx dentex) (composite image) Date:

Fishes: Perciformes Sparidae, Common dentex (Dentex dentex), Sharpsnout seabream (Diplodus puntazzo), illustration
Zoology - Fishes - Perciformes - Sparidae - Common dentex (Dentex dentex), Dentex, Sharpsnout seabream (Diplodus puntazzo), Black Seabream (Spondyliosoma cantharus), illustration

Zoology: Fishes: Perciformes Sparidae - Large-eye dentex (Dentex macrophthalmus ) Pink dentex, (Dentex gibbosus )
Zoology - Fishes - Perciformes - Sparidae - Large-eye dentex (Dentex macrophthalmus) and Pink dentex (Dentex gibbosus ), illustration

Common Dentex European Coasts
PM-9633 Common DENTEX Mediterranean & West Atlantic Dentex dentex Pat Morris Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

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"Dentex: Masters of the Hunt in the Sea of Cortez" In the crystal-clear waters surrounding Espiritu Santo Island, Baja California, Mexico, a mesmerizing spectacle unfolds. Leopard grouper and Dentex, two formidable predators, unite forces to pursue an enormous school of Sardines. The sea comes alive as these sleek hunters navigate through the depths with precision and grace. Among them is the elusive Leopard grouper (Mycteroperca rosacea), its spotted coat blending seamlessly with its surroundings. Alongside it swims Dentex (Dentex sp. ), displaying its impressive hunting skills honed over generations. Together, they create a harmonious ballet of power and strategy. The Sardines (Sardina sp. ) dart frantically in unison, their silver bodies shimmering under the warm Mexican sun, and are aware that danger lurks nearby but remain tightly packed for protection against their relentless pursuers. Shallow water becomes their battleground as this epic chase unfolds within Espiritu Santo archipelago's embrace in the Sea of Cortez. The sheer size of this sardine school astounds even seasoned observers – a testament to nature's abundance and interconnectedness. Not far away lies another member of the Dentex family – Large-eye dentex (Dentex macrophthalmus). Its watchful eyes scan for any opportunity amidst this frenzy while maintaining a respectful distance from its fellow hunters. Meanwhile, Common dentex (Dentex dentex) joins this underwater symphony too; however vulnerable they may be due to human activities threatening their existence. It serves as a reminder that we must protect these magnificent creatures before it's too late. Delving into history reveals Edward Donovan's captivating illustrations from his Natural History of British Fishes published between 1802-1808. Four-toothed Sparus or Sparus dentex emerges from those pages like an artwork brought to life by Donovan's hand.