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Spadefoot or garlic toad, Pelobates fuscus
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Spadefoot or garlic toad, Pelobates fuscus
Spadefoot or garlic toad, Pelobates fuscus (alliaceous toad, Rana alliacea) with chain of ova or spawn. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Heath after an illustration by George Shaw from his General Zoology, Amphibia, London, 1801
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Amphibia Fuscus Garlic Herpetology Rana Shaw Spawn Toad Spadefoot
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This exquisitely detailed hand-colored copperplate engraving depicts a female Spadefoot or Garlic Toad, Pelobates fuscus, surrounded by a chain of her ova or spawn. The image is taken from Dr. George Shaw's seminal work, "General Zoology, Amphibia," published in London in 1801. Shaw's meticulous illustrations, including this one, were groundbreaking in their accuracy and beauty, making this work a significant contribution to the fields of herpetology and zoology. The Spadefoot Toad, also known as the Alliaceous Toad or Rana alliacea, is native to Europe and parts of Asia. This toad derives its common names from the distinctive garlic-like smell emitted when it is handled. The female is depicted here, with her back arched over a cluster of eggs, which are attached to a substrate by a gelatinous material. The Spadefoot Toad is named for the spade-like structures on the back of its hind legs, which it uses to dig pits in the ground to hide from predators. This engraving, created by Heath after Shaw's original illustration, showcases the intricate details of the toad's form and the delicate structure of her eggs. The use of hand-coloring adds an additional layer of depth and vibrancy to the image, making it a stunning example of the artistry and scientific precision of the time.
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