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Aspitrgla cuculus, red gurnard
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Aspitrgla cuculus, red gurnard
Plate 89 by William MacGillivray from his Watercolour drawings of British Animals, 1831-1841
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Actinopterygii Bony Fish Fishes Gurnard Macgillivray Osteichthyes Ray Finned Fish Scorpaeniform Scorpaeniformes Searobin Snout Spiky Chelidonichthys
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This stunning watercolor illustration, Plate 89 from William MacGillivray's "Watercolour Drawings of British Animals" (1831-1841), showcases the intricate details of the Aspitrigla cuculus, commonly known as the Red Gurnard or Red Searobin. The fish's vibrant pink coloration is accentuated by its contrasting black spots and spiky dorsal and pectoral fins. The Red Gurnard is a bony fish belonging to the order Scorpaeniformes, specifically the family Chelidonichthydidae. MacGillivray's meticulous attention to anatomy is evident in the illustration, with the fish's distinctive snout and large, expressive eye capturing the viewer's attention. The Red Gurnard is a unique and fascinating creature, with its elongated pectoral fins acting as legs, allowing it to move across the seafloor with ease. This beautiful illustration provides a glimpse into the natural history of the British Isles during the 19th century. MacGillivray's work was groundbreaking for its time, showcasing the natural world with a level of detail and accuracy that was unparalleled. The Red Gurnard, with its spiky fins and striking coloration, is a testament to the diversity and beauty of the marine life that exists just beneath the waves. The Red Gurnard is not only an intriguing subject for natural history enthusiasts, but also holds scientific importance as a member of the Actinopterygii, or ray-finned fish, and Osteichthyes, or bony fish, classes. MacGillivray's illustration serves as a valuable record of this species, providing a window into the natural world of over 180 years ago.
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