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Red-spotted box crab, Calappa calappa
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Red-spotted box crab, Calappa calappa
Smooth or red-spotted box crab, Calappa calappa (Calappa lophos). Handcoloured steel engraving by A. Scipp from Georg Friedrich Treitschkes Gallery of Natural History, Naturhistorischer Bildersaal des Thierreiches, Liepzig, 1842
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This exquisite handcoloured steel engraving depicts the Red-spotted Box Crab, Calappa calappa (also known as Calappa lophos), a marine creature belonging to the family Grangidae. The crab's intricately detailed carapace is adorned with distinctive red spots, giving it its common name. The smooth texture of its exoskeleton is beautifully captured in the meticulous engraving, as are the delicate hues of the hand colouring. The Red-spotted Box Crab is native to the Indo-Pacific region, inhabiting shallow waters and muddy or sandy bottoms. They are known for their unique ability to hide in burrows, camouflaging themselves by blending in with the sandy environment. When threatened, they can quickly retreat into their burrows, using their powerful claws to dig in and secure the entrance. This engraving is from the Naturhistorischer Bildersaal des Thierreiches, or Natural History Picture Gallery, of Georg Friedrich Treitschke's Thierreiches (Animal Kingdom) in Leipzig, Germany. The gallery was renowned for its high-quality, scientifically accurate illustrations of various species, produced between 1837 and 1851. The Red-spotted Box Crab engraving, created by A. Scipp, is a testament to the exceptional artistry and attention to detail that characterized the gallery's works. The Red-spotted Box Crab continues to fascinate marine biologists and natural history enthusiasts, not only for its striking appearance but also for its role in the complex marine ecosystem. This engraving provides a captivating glimpse into the past, showcasing the beauty and diversity of the natural world as it was documented over 180 years ago.
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