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White-spotted puffer, evileye blsop and oceanic puffer
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White-spotted puffer, evileye blsop and oceanic puffer
White-spotted puffer, Arothron hispidus, evileye blsop, Amblyrhynchotes honckenii, and oceanic puffer, Lagocephalus lagocephalus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Plee Sr. after an illustration by Jean-Gabriel Pretre from Bernard Germain de Lacepedes Natural History of Oviparous Quadrupeds, Snakes, Fish and Cetaceans, Eymery, Paris, 1825
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Bernard Germain Hispidus Jean Gabriel Lacepede Oceanic Plee Pretre Puffer Tetrodon Arothron Lagocephalus White Spotted
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1. Title: "A Triumvirate of Puffers: A White-spotted Puffer, an Evil-eye Blowfish, and an Oceanic Puffer" This hand-colored copperplate engraving, created by Plee Sr. after an illustration by Jean-Gabriel Pretre, showcases an intriguing assemblage of three pufferfish species: the White-spotted Puffer (Arothron hispidus), the Evil-eye Blowfish (Amblyrhynchotes honckenii), and the Oceanic Puffer (Lagocephalus lagocephalus). The White-spotted Puffer, with its distinctive white spots and sharp, pointed snout, is a common inhabitant of the Indo-Pacific region. Known for its ability to inflate itself when threatened, this pufferfish is a popular target for both recreational and commercial fisheries. The Evil-eye Blowfish, or Spotted Boxfish, is identified by its unique, box-like body shape and the striking, circular, black markings on its sides that resemble eyes. This species, native to the Atlantic and Indian Oceans, is a slow-moving, bottom-dwelling fish that feeds primarily on mollusks and echinoderms. The Oceanic Puffer, or Blue-spotted Puffer, is a vibrant, blue-spotted fish with a more elongated body shape than its counterparts. Found in the Atlantic and Indian Oceans, this pufferfish is a pelagic species that inhabits the open ocean, often at depths of up to 1,000 meters. This exquisite engraving, taken from Bernard Germain de Lacepede's Natural History of Oviparous Quadrupeds, Snakes, Fish and Cetaceans, published in Paris in 1825, offers a fascinating glimpse into the natural world of these intriguing pufferfish species. The meticulous attention to detail and the rich, hand-colored hues bring these underwater creatures to life, allowing us to appreciate their unique beauty and intrigue.
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