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Midwife toad, Alytes obstetricans, tadpole
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Midwife toad, Alytes obstetricans, tadpole
Midwife toad, Alytes obstetricans, tadpole, and dyeing dart frog, Dendrobates tinctorius.. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieus Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles 1816-1830. Illustration by J.G. Pretre, engraved by Massard, directed by Turpin, and published by F. G. Levrault. Jean Gabriel Pretre (1780-1845) was painter of natural history at Empress Josephines zoo and later became artist to the Museum of Natural History
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Cloquet Dart Dictionnaire Dyeing Eggs Frog Gabriel Hippolyte Jussieu Massard Midwife Naturelles Pretre Reptile Sciences Stipple Tadpole Toad Alytes Dendrobates Tinctorius
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This exquisite handcolored copperplate stipple engraving, taken from the esteemed Jussieu's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles published between 1816 and 1830, showcases two fascinating amphibian species: the Midwife Toad (Alytes obstetricans) and the Dyeing Dart Frog (Dendrobates tinctorius). The Midwife Toad, a small, stocky species native to Europe, is depicted here with a male in the foreground, holding a cluster of eggs in his mouth. The tadpole, which hatches from these eggs, can be seen swimming in the water below. The Midwife Toad is named for its role in aiding the development of other species' tadpoles by consuming their eggs and carrying their tadpoles on its back. In contrast, the Dyeing Dart Frog, native to Central and South America, is illustrated in the background. This vibrant, colorful frog is known for its toxic skin, which it uses to protect itself from predators. The intricate details of their bodies and surroundings are beautifully rendered by the skilled hand of painter Jean Gabriel Pretre, with the engraving expertly executed by Massard under the direction of Turpin, and published by F. G. Levrault. Pretre was a renowned painter of natural history at Empress Josephine's zoo and later became the artist to the Museum of Natural History. This illustration is a testament to the artistry and scientific accuracy of the time, offering a glimpse into the natural world of the early 19th century.
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