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Odontocymbiola magellanica
Odontocymbiola magellanica (Slightly-knotted volute, Voluta subnodosa). Handcoloured copperplate engraving drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder from William Elford Leachs Zoological Miscellany, McMillan, London, 1814
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the intricate details of Odontocymbiola magellanica, also known as the Slightly-knotted Volute or Voluta subnodosa. The image was meticulously drawn and engraved by the skilled hand of Richard Polydore Nodder, and published in William Elford Leach's Zoological Miscellany in 1814. Odontocymbiola magellanica is a beautiful marine mollusk belonging to the Volutidae family, which is characterized by its distinctive spiral shell. This particular species is native to the Southern Hemisphere, specifically the waters around the Magellan Strait in South America. The engraving reveals the delicate patterns and textures of the shell, with its subtle knots and nodules that give it its common name. The vibrant colors of the hand-coloring bring out the intricacies of the shell's design, highlighting the intricate ridges and grooves. Richard Polydore Nodder was a renowned English naturalist, artist, and engraver, who was known for his contributions to the field of conchology. His detailed and accurate illustrations of marine mollusks were highly regarded in the scientific community of his time. William Elford Leach was a British naturalist and zoologist, who was a prolific writer and editor of various scientific publications. His Zoological Miscellany was a popular and influential journal that featured a wide range of scientific articles and illustrations on various aspects of zoology. This stunning image of Odontocymbiola magellanica is a testament to the beauty and diversity of the natural world, and a reminder of the important role that scientific illustrations play in documenting and preserving the natural history of our planet.
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