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Straight-nosed pipefish and seahorse
Straight-nosed pipefish, Nerophis ophidion, and short-snouted seahorse, Hippocampus hippocampus. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelms Encyclopedia of Natural History: Fish, Augsburg, 1804. Wilhelm (1758-1811) was a Bavarian clergyman and naturalist known as the German Buffon
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This exquisite handcolored copperplate engraving, taken from the esteemed Encyclopedia of Natural History: Fish by Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelm, showcases two fascinating marine creatures: the Straight-nosed Pipefish (Nerophis ophidion) and the Short-snouted Seahorse (Hippocampus hippocampus). The image, produced in Augsburg in 1804, is a testament to the meticulous detail and artistry of the time. The Straight-nosed Pipefish, also known as the Longsnouted Pipefish, is a slender, elongated fish with a distinctively straight snout. Its body is adorned with small, dark spots, and it possesses a dorsal fin that runs the entire length of its back. This pipefish is a master of camouflage, blending seamlessly into its rocky, marine environment. The Short-snouted Seahorse, on the other hand, is easily recognizable by its distinctive horse-like head and prehensile tail. Its body is covered in small, tubercle-like structures, providing an excellent surface for the attachment of algae and other organisms. This seahorse is a master of the art of disguise, able to change color to blend in with its surroundings. Wilhelm, a Bavarian clergyman and naturalist, was a prominent figure in the field of ichthyology during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. His Encyclopedia of Natural History: Fish is considered a seminal work in the study of marine creatures and remains an invaluable resource for researchers and enthusiasts alike. This image of the Straight-nosed Pipefish and Short-snouted Seahorse is a reminder of the beauty and diversity of the marine world and the importance of documenting and preserving it for future generations.
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