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Haemulon plumieri, white grunt & Mugil cephalus, mullet
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Haemulon plumieri, white grunt & Mugil cephalus, mullet
Hand coloured etching from The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama islands (1731) Vol. 2 by Mark Catesby
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18th Century Actinopterygii Bony Fish Caribbean Catesby Etching Fishes Florida Grunt Mark Mark Catesby Mouth Mugil Grey Mullet Haemulidae Haemulon Mugilidae
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This hand-colored etching, titled "Haemulon plumieri, white grunt, and Mugil cephalus, mullet," is an exquisite illustration taken from the second volume of Mark Catesby's seminal work, "The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama Islands," published in 1731. The illustration showcases two distinct marine species native to the Caribbean: the White Grunt (Haemulon plumieri) and the Grey Mullet (Mugil cephalus). The White Grunt, depicted on the left, is a small, colorful fish with a flat, compressed body and a prominent black spot on its side. Its mouth is small and oblique, and its dorsal fin is high and continuous. White Grunts are found in shallow waters along the Atlantic coast of the Americas, from Florida to Brazil. They are an important food source for local communities and are highly prized for their delicate flavor and firm texture. On the right, the Grey Mullet, also known as the Common Grey Mullet or the Common Mullet, is a long, slender fish with a flat, compressed body and a long, pointed snout. Its scales are small and overlapping, and its dorsal fin is low and continuous. Grey Mullets are found in both fresh and saltwater environments throughout the world, including the Mediterranean, the Red Sea, and the Caribbean. They are an essential food source for many marine ecosystems and are also an important species for both commercial and recreational fisheries. This stunning etching, produced during the 18th century, is a testament to the natural beauty and diversity of the marine life found in the Caribbean during that time. Mark Catesby's meticulous attention to detail and his dedication to accurately recording the natural world make this illustration a valuable historical and scientific resource. The hand-coloring adds an additional layer of visual interest and beauty to the already impressive work.
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