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Watling Drawing 194
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Watling Drawing 194
Caption describing a lizard in New South Wales, Australia
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18th Century Australasia Caption Diapsid Diapsida Documentation Lacertilia Lepidosaur Lepidosauria Lizard Manuscript Reptile Reptiles Reptilia Sauropsid Sauropsida Scaled Reptile Squamata Thomas Watling Watling
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This image is a reproduction of Plate 194 from Thomas Watling's "A Natural History of Reptiles, Birds, and Fishes," published in London during the late 18th century. The plate showcases a remarkable lizard species indigenous to the Australasian region, specifically New South Wales, Australia. The lizard, a member of the Squamata order, is a diapsid reptile, belonging to the suborder Sauropsida and the infrorder Lacertilia. More specifically, it falls under the Lepidosauria clade, which is characterized by their scaly skin. The documentation accompanying the plate describes this intriguing reptile as having a slender body, a long, prehensile tail, and a distinct pattern of scales covering its body. Its coloration is a blend of various shades of brown, with lighter spots along its sides and a darker stripe running down its back. The lizard's demeanor is depicted in the plate as alert and curious, its head raised, and its body poised as if ready to strike. This posture, combined with its sharp teeth and agile limbs, suggests that it is a formidable predator in its natural habitat. Thomas Watling's meticulous illustrations were instrumental in documenting the natural world during the Age of Enlightenment. This plate, in particular, provides a fascinating glimpse into the rich biodiversity of Australia and serves as a testament to the importance of preserving and studying the natural world.
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