Common brown frog, Rana temporaria
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Common brown frog, Rana temporaria
Common brown frog, Rana temporaria.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelms Encyclopedia of Natural History: Amphibia, Augsburg, 1794
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This stunning handcolored copperplate engraving depicts the Common Brown Frog, Rana temporaria, in a remarkable transformation from its aquatic tadpole stage to its terrestrial adult form. The image is taken from Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelm's Encyclopedia of Natural History: Amphibia, published in Augsburg, Germany, in 1794. The Common Brown Frog is one of the most widespread and adaptable species of frogs in Europe. During its early life, it undergoes a remarkable metamorphosis, which is illustrated in intricate detail in this engraving. The tadpole, shown on the left, is depicted with a long, slender body, a prominent dorsal fin, and a distinct, external gill structure. As the tadpole develops, it begins to grow legs, which eventually replace its tail as its primary means of locomotion. The adult Common Brown Frog, shown on the right, is depicted with its characteristic brownish-green coloration, webbed feet, and prominent parotoid glands. These glands, located behind the eyes, are used to secrete a toxic substance that deters predators. The Common Brown Frog is an important species in European ecosystems, serving as both a predator and prey, and plays a crucial role in controlling insect populations. This historical engraving not only showcases the beauty and intricacy of the Common Brown Frog but also highlights the importance of natural history illustrations in documenting and understanding the natural world. The meticulous attention to detail and the use of handcoloring techniques make this engraving a valuable addition to any collection of historical zoological or herpetological works.
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