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Seadragon and striped cowfish
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Seadragon and striped cowfish
Common seadragon or weedy seadragon, Phyllopteryx taeniolatus and striped cowfish, Aracana aurita. (Superb dragon, Phyllopteryx foliatus, and ostracian, Aracana avrita.) Chromolithograph after an illustration by Louisa Anne Meredith from her book Tasmanian Friends and Foes, Feathered, Furred and Finned, Marcus Ward, London, 1881
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1881 Anne Cowfish Entomology Feathered Finned Foes Friends Furred Ichthyology Louisa Meredith Ruby Scientist Scorpaena Striped Tasmania Tasmanian Tortoiseshell Twamley Scorpionfish Seadragon
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This chromolithograph depicts two remarkable marine creatures, the Common Seadragon (Phyllopteryx taeniolatus) and the Striped Cowfish (Aracana aurita), found in the waters of Tasmania. The Seadragon, also known as the Weedy Seadragon or Superb Dragon, is a master of camouflage, using its leafy appendages to blend in with the underwater vegetation. The Striped Cowfish, also called the Ostracian, is adorned with vibrant colors and intricate patterns, offering a stark contrast to the Seadragon's subtle disguise. The illustration is taken from the book "Tasmanian Friends and Foes, Feathered, Furred and Finned" by the talented Australian artist and naturalist, Louisa Anne Meredith. Published in 1881 by Marcus Ward in London, this work showcases a wide array of Tasmanian flora and fauna, including various fish species, such as the Red Cod (Scorpaena papillosa), the Handfish (Thymichthys politus), the Ruby Fish (Chaetodactylus ruber), and the Scorpionfish (Scorpaena cruenta). Louisa Anne Meredith was a trailblazing woman in the fields of ichthyology, botany, and entomology. Her passion for the natural world shines through in her detailed and accurate illustrations, which continue to captivate and inspire us today. This image, in particular, highlights the rich biodiversity of Tasmanian waters and the importance of preserving these unique ecosystems for future generations to enjoy.
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