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Devil fish or giant devil ray, Mobula mobular
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Devil fish or giant devil ray, Mobula mobular
Devil fish or giant devil ray, Mobula mobular.. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieus Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles 1816-1830. Illustration by J.G. Pretre, engraved by Massard, directed by Turpin, and published by F. G. Levrault. Jean Gabriel Pretre (1780-1845) was painter of natural history at Empress Josephines zoo and later became artist to the Museum of Natural History
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This stunning handcolored copperplate stipple engraving depicts the Devil Fish, or Giant Devil Ray, Mobula mobular, in all its magnificent glory. The image is taken from Jussieu's Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles, published by F.G. Levrault between 1816 and 1830. The illustration was created by the skilled hand of Jean Gabriel Pretre, a painter of natural history at Empress Josephine's zoo, and later becoming the artist to the Museum of Natural History. The Devil Fish, also known as the Giant Devil Ray or the Ocean Devil, is a large elasmobranch fish, characterized by its distinctive large disc-shaped body and long, wing-like pectoral fins. With a width of up to 5 meters (16.4 feet) and a weight of up to 550 kg (1,212 lbs), this species is one of the largest rays in the world. The intricate details of the Devil Fish's body are beautifully captured in this engraving, from the smooth, mottled skin to the sharp, serrated edges of its gill slits. The engraving also highlights the distinctive, crescent-shaped tail and the two large, upward-pointing eyes that give the fish its menacing appearance. The Devil Fish is a pelagic species, found in tropical and subtropical waters around the world. It is a powerful and agile swimmer, capable of leaping clear out of the water and performing acrobatic displays. Despite its intimidating appearance, the Devil Fish is not considered a dangerous species to humans, and it plays an important role in maintaining the balance of the marine ecosystem as a top predator. This exquisite handcolored copperplate stipple engraving is a testament to the remarkable artistry and scientific accuracy of the time, providing us with a glimpse into the natural world of over two centuries ago.
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