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Short-Headed Salmon and Silvery Salmon
Short-Headed Salmon (Salmo trutta trutta) and Silvery Salmon (Salmo schiefermuelleri). Date: 1879
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1879 Fishes Headed Salmo Silvery Species Spots Spotted Trutta Salmon Short
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This photograph, taken in the late 1870s, showcases two distinct species of salmon: the Short-headed Salmon (Salmo trutta trutta) and the Silvery Salmon (Salmo schiefermuelleri). The image, a testament to the natural beauty and diversity of marine life during the Victorian era, was captured in the prime of their existence. The Short-headed Salmon, also known as the Brown Trout Salmon or European Brown Trout, is native to European waters. This species is easily identified by its short, rounded head and dark, olive-green back, speckled with black spots. The sides of the fish display a reddish hue, with silver spots that become more prominent during spawning season. On the other hand, the Silvery Salmon, or Schiefermueller's Salmon, is a rare and elusive species native to the Danube River Basin in Central Europe. It is characterized by its long, slender body and silvery scales, with a few small black spots near the tail. The species was named after the Austrian ichthyologist, Franz Schiefermueller, who first described it in 1848. The photograph, taken in 1879, offers a glimpse into the natural history of these fascinating fish species. The Short-headed Salmon and the Silvery Salmon were not only a source of food and sustenance for local communities but also a subject of scientific curiosity and fascination. Today, they continue to be cherished for their beauty and importance in aquatic ecosystems. This photograph, with its rich historical context and stunning visual appeal, serves as a reminder of the natural wonders that existed long before the advent of modern technology and commercial exploitation. It invites us to appreciate the intricacies of nature and the importance of preserving it for future generations.
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