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Eyed cowry and lynx cowry
Eyed cowry, Arestorides argus (Argus cowry, Cypraea argus), and lynx cowry, Lyncina lynx, (white-eyed cowry, Cypraea leucopis). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1804
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1. Title: "A Stunning Display of Eyed Cowries and Lynx Cowries: A Natural Wonder from the Depths of the Sea" This illustration, drawn and engraved by the renowned naturalist and artist, Richard Polydore Nodder, showcases two exquisite species of cowries, the Eyed Cowry (Arestorides argus, also known as the Argus Cowry or Cypraea argus) and the Lynx Cowry (Lyncina lynx, also known as the White-eyed Cowry or Cypraea leucopis). This handcoloured copperplate engraving is a masterpiece from George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's The Naturalist's Miscellany, published in London in 1804. The Eyed Cowry, with its vibrant, iridescent exanthema (outer layer), is a true marvel of the underwater world. Its intricately patterned shell is adorned with a striking array of eyes, which not only add to its visual appeal but also serve as a form of camouflage, helping the cowry blend in with its environment. The Lynx Cowry, on the other hand, boasts a more subdued, yet equally beautiful, appearance. Its white, speckled shell is dotted with small, dark spots, and its inner lip is adorned with a series of delicate, wavy lines. This cowry species is named for its resemblance to the lynx, a wild cat, due to the raised, textured pattern on its shell. Both of these cowry species are native to the Indian and Pacific Oceans and are highly prized by collectors and marine enthusiasts for their unique beauty and rarity. This illustration serves as a testament to the natural wonders that can be found in the depths of the sea, and the importance of documenting and preserving these incredible creatures for future generations to appreciate.
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