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Scorpaena horrida (Synanceia horrida)
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Scorpaena horrida (Synanceia horrida)
Plate 183 - Naturgeschichte der auslõ«ñischen Fische : mit sechs und dreissig Ausgemalten kupfern nach originalen (1785-95) by Marcus Elieser Bloch
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of Marcus Elieser Bloch's seminal work, "Naturgeschichte der ausländischen Fische: mit sechs und dreissig Ausgemalten kupfern nach originalen" (Natural History of Foreign Fishes: With Sixteen and Thirty Copperplates after Originals), features an exquisitely detailed illustration of the Scorpaena horrida, also known as the Stonefish or Synanceia horrida. This remarkable image, captured in the 18th and 19th centuries, showcases the intricate beauty and unique characteristics of this formidable bony fish. The Scorpaena horrida is a member of the Scorpaenidae family, order Scorpaeniformes, and class Actinopterygii. Native to the Indo-Pacific region, this species is renowned for its exceptional camouflage, enabling it to blend seamlessly into its rocky environment. The fish's body is adorned with brownish-gray mottling and warts, making it nearly invisible among the stones. The most striking feature of the Scorpaena horrida is its venomous spines, which it uses to defend itself against predators. The dorsal, pectoral, and anal fins are armed with these sharp, venomous spines, capable of inflicting painful stings on those who come into contact with them. Bloch's illustration accurately depicts the fish's elongated snout, large mouth filled with sharp teeth, and its distinctive, fan-like pectoral fins. The artist's meticulous attention to detail brings the Scorpaena horrida to life, providing a captivating glimpse into the rich and diverse world of underwater creatures that inhabited the oceans during the 18th and 19th centuries. As one of the most comprehensive works on the natural history of fish during this period, Bloch's "Naturgeschichte der ausländischen Fische" remains an essential resource for marine biologists, historians, and anyone with an interest in the natural world. This stunning illustration of the Scorpaena horrida is a testament to the remarkable discoveries and advancements in the field of ichthyology during the 18th and 19th centuries.
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