Alligator mississippiensis, alligator

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Alligator mississippiensis, alligator

Hand coloured lithograph from final volume of Erpetologie Generale ou Histoire Naturelle complcte des Reptiles (1854) by A.M.C. Dumeril, G. Bibron, and A. Dumeril

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Alligator Crocdilian Crocdylia Crocodylia Crocodylian Crocodylomorpha Diapsid Diapsida Eusuchia Herpetology Reptile Reptiles Reptilia Sauropsid Sauropsida Alligator Mississippiensis Alligatoridae American Alligator

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This hand-colored lithograph depicts the Alligator mississippiensis, also known as the American Alligator, a powerful and iconic reptile native to the southeastern United States. The illustration is taken from the final volume of Erpetologie Generale ou Histoire Naturelle complète des Reptiles (1854), a comprehensive work on the natural history of reptiles authored by the renowned herpetologists A.M.C. Dumeril, G. Bibron, and A. Dumeril. The American Alligator is a member of the order Crocodylia, which includes crocodiles, alligators, and their extinct relatives. This powerful predator is characterized by its long, powerful tail, broad snout, and distinctive, powerful jaws lined with sharp teeth. The Alligator mississippiensis is a diapsid reptile, meaning it has two openings, or diapsids, in the skull behind its eyes. This anatomical feature is a common trait among lizards, snakes, and their close relatives. In this illustration, we see a close-up view of the American Alligator's head, revealing the intricate details of its anatomy. The alligator's eyes are wide and expressive, with the iris a deep, golden color. The powerful jaws are slightly open, revealing the rows of sharp, conical teeth. The alligator's skin is depicted as rough and scaled, with intricate patterns of black and gray. The American Alligator is an important species in its ecosystem, playing a crucial role as a top predator in freshwater habitats. It is also an iconic symbol of the American South and a popular subject of scientific study. This beautiful and detailed lithograph is a testament to the fascinating natural history of this remarkable reptile.

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