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Common scaly-foot, Pygopus lepidopodus
Common scaly-foot, Pygopus lepidopodus (Scaly-footed lizard, Lacerta lepipodes). 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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This exquisitely detailed hand-colored copperplate engraving depicts the Common Scaly-foot, Pygopus lepidopodus, also known as the Scaly-footed Lizard or Lacerta lepipodes. The illustration was drawn and engraved by the renowned naturalist artist, Richard Polydore Nodder, and published in George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's The Naturalist's Miscellany in London, 1804. The Common Scaly-foot is a unique reptile native to the deserts and arid regions of South America. With its distinctive scaly feet, this lizard is well adapted to its environment, allowing it to move easily over the rough terrain. Its body is covered in small, overlapping scales, and it has a long, slender tail that it can use to balance itself while moving. The Common Scaly-foot is an important species in the field of herpetology, or the study of reptiles and amphibians. This illustration was an essential contribution to the scientific record of the natural world during the time when European naturalists were making significant strides in documenting the diverse wildlife of the New World. The intricate details of the engraving reveal the lizard's anatomical features, including its sharp teeth, long claws, and the intricate patterns on its scales. The hand-coloring adds depth and texture to the image, making it a beautiful and accurate representation of the Common Scaly-foot. This illustration is a testament to the skill and dedication of the naturalist artists and publishers of the time, who worked tirelessly to document and preserve the natural world for future generations. It remains an essential resource for researchers and enthusiasts of herpetology and zoology, providing a glimpse into the rich biodiversity of South America over 200 years ago.
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