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Ictalurus punctatus, river catfish

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Ictalurus punctatus, river catfish

Hand coloured etching from The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama islands (1731) Vol. 2 by Mark Catesby

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This hand-colored etching depicts Ictalurus punctatus, commonly known as the channel catfish, from the second volume of "The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama Islands" published in 1731 by Mark Catesby. The meticulously detailed illustration showcases the anatomy of this intriguing bony fish, which is a member of the order Actinopterygii, family Ictaluridae, and the genus Ictalurus. The channel catfish is native to the Caribbean, Florida, and the eastern United States, and is a popular game fish and food source. In this illustration, Catesby masterfully captures the fish's distinctive features, including its elongated body, barbels around its mouth, and prominent dorsal and pectoral fins. The etching also highlights the fish's head, revealing its small, beady eyes, and the presence of a prominent barbel under its chin. Catesby's work was groundbreaking for its time, as he was one of the first naturalists to document the natural history of the Americas in such detail. His illustrations were produced using the etching technique, which involved creating an image on a copper plate, coating it with ink, and then pressing paper onto the plate to transfer the image. The resulting prints were then hand-colored, adding an additional layer of artistry to the scientific documentation. The channel catfish is an essential component of freshwater ecosystems and plays a crucial role in maintaining the balance of aquatic food chains. Its presence in Catesby's work is a testament to the naturalist's commitment to documenting the natural world and preserving its beauty for future generations.

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