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Painted snake, false coral snake or pipe snake
Painted snake, false coral snake or pipe snake, Anguis scytale.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, 1800
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Anguis Coral False Frederick Miscellany Naturalist Nodder Pipe Polydore Shaw Snake
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1. Title: "The Painted, False Coral, or Pipe Snake: A Striking Depiction from The Naturalist's Miscellany, 1800" This handcolored copperplate engraving showcases the intricately patterned body of the Painted, False Coral, or Pipe Snake (Anguis scytale), as it was known in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The snake, a non-venomous species native to Europe and Asia, is depicted in a lifelike and detailed manner, with its vibrant, undulating scales and subtle coloration. The engraving is an exquisite example of the high-quality illustrations featured in George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's The Naturalist's Miscellany, published in 1800. This work was a popular and influential natural history publication of its time, dedicated to documenting the natural world through meticulously crafted engravings and detailed descriptions. The Painted Snake, also known as the Grass Snake or the Ring Snake, is a member of the Colubridae family. It is characterized by its slender body, which can grow up to 1.5 meters in length, and its distinctive, colorful scales. This snake is an important part of its ecosystem, serving as a crucial predator of rodents and other small animals. The False Coral Snake, another name for this species, is a common misnomer. Despite its name, it is not related to the true coral snakes, which are venomous. The Painted Snake's name is likely derived from its resemblance to the more dangerous species, as well as its colorful appearance. This image offers a glimpse into the rich natural history knowledge of the past, showcasing the beauty and intrigue of the natural world as it was documented and celebrated during the late 18th and early 19th centuries.
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