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Bioluminescent pyrosome, Pyrosoma atlanticum
Bioluminescent pyrosome, Pyrosoma atlanticum (Phosphoric pyrosoma, Pyrosoma phosphorescens). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1804
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1. Title: Bioluminescent Pyrosome, Pyrosoma atlanticum (Pyrosoma phosphorescens) This illustration showcases the mesmerizing beauty of the Bioluminescent Pyrosome, Pyrosoma atlanticum, also known as Pyrosoma phosphorescens. This engraving, drawn and engraved by the renowned naturalist artist, Richard Polydore Nodder, was published in George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's The Naturalist's Miscellany in London, 1804. Pyrosomes are colonial tunicates, a type of invertebrate, characterized by their translucent, gelatinous bodies. The Bioluminescent Pyrosome, in particular, is renowned for its extraordinary ability to produce light through a chemical reaction within its body. This natural phenomenon is known as bioluminescence and is caused by a chemical reaction between luciferin and luciferase. The intricate details of the Pyrosome's structure are beautifully captured in this handcoloured copperplate engraving. The illustration reveals the complex network of tubes and chambers that make up the colony, as well as the individual organisms that comprise it. The delicate, glowing tendrils that trail from the Pyrosome add an ethereal quality to the image, making it a true masterpiece of zoological illustration. The Bioluminescent Pyrosome is a fascinating example of the natural world's ability to inspire wonder and awe. This illustration serves as a testament to the beauty and complexity of marine life, as well as the skill and artistry of the naturalists and illustrators of the past. Pyrosoma atlanticum is still found in the world's oceans today, particularly in the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Its bioluminescent properties continue to captivate scientists and researchers, offering new insights into the mysteries of the natural world. This illustration remains an important historical record of this remarkable organism and a reminder of the beauty and complexity of the natural world.
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