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West Indian magpie shell, Cittarium pica
West Indian magpie shell, Cittarium pica (Magpie turbo, Turbo pica). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1802
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the West Indian Magpie Shell, also known as Cittarium pica or Turbo pica. The illustration was meticulously 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, 1802. The West Indian Magpie Shell is a large marine gastropod mollusk, native to the Atlantic and Caribbean waters. Its distinctive spiral shell is adorned with intricate patterns of brown, pink, and white, resembling the multicolored plumage of a magpie. The shell's shape is conical, with a tall, narrow apex and a wide, flared base. The outer surface is covered in delicate, overlapping plates, which are arranged in a spiral pattern. The interior of the shell is smooth and white, providing a protective home for the mollusk. The West Indian Magpie Shell is a prized specimen in the field of conchology, the study of seashells. Its intricate design and vibrant colors have long captivated collectors and naturalists alike. This illustration not only serves as a beautiful work of art but also as an important record of the natural world, providing a detailed and accurate representation of this fascinating marine creature. The Naturalist's Miscellany was a popular and influential publication during the era of natural history exploration and discovery. Its high-quality illustrations, produced using the latest techniques in copperplate engraving and hand-coloring, helped to advance the scientific understanding of the natural world and inspire a sense of wonder and appreciation for the diversity of life on Earth.
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