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Georgeshaw Collection (#4)

"Meet Georgeshaw: A Fascinating World of Extraordinary Creatures" Dive into the microscopic realm with Georgeshaw, where you'll encounter the Water flea

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: Western crowned pigeon, Goura cristata Vulnerable

Western crowned pigeon, Goura cristata Vulnerable
Western crowned pigeon, Goura cristata. Vulnerable.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: Red-tailed bumblebee, Bombus lapidarius

Red-tailed bumblebee, Bombus lapidarius.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: Great peacock moth, Saturnia pyri

Great peacock moth, Saturnia pyri.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: Actinophrys sol

Actinophrys sol.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1800

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: Bristleworm, Dero digitata

Bristleworm, Dero digitata.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1800

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: Magnificent feather duster worm, Sabellastarte magnifica

Magnificent feather duster worm, Sabellastarte magnifica.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: Oblong-spotted birdwing, Troides oblongomaculatus

Oblong-spotted birdwing, Troides oblongomaculatus.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1800

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: Crimson pigeon, Columba rosea Extinct

Crimson pigeon, Columba rosea Extinct
Crimson pigeon, Columba rosea. Extinct.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: Giant African land snail, Achatina fulica

Giant African land snail, Achatina fulica.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: Tropical two-wing flyingfish, Exocoetus volitans

Tropical two-wing flyingfish, Exocoetus volitans.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: Common merganser duck or goosander, Mergus merganser

Common merganser duck or goosander, Mergus merganser.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: Common lime butterfly and green-banded swallowtail

Common lime butterfly and green-banded swallowtail.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1800

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: Privet hawk moth, Sphinx ligustri

Privet hawk moth, Sphinx ligustri.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: Gray peacock-pheasant, Polyplectron bicalcaratum

Gray peacock-pheasant, Polyplectron bicalcaratum.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: Oyster, Isognomon isognomum

Oyster, Isognomon isognomum.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: Archipteria coleoptrata mite

Archipteria coleoptrata mite.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1800

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: Bluewing searobin, Prionotus punctatus

Bluewing searobin, Prionotus punctatus.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: Southern rockhopper penguin, Eudyptes chrysocome Vulnerable

Southern rockhopper penguin, Eudyptes chrysocome Vulnerable
Southern rockhopper penguin, Eudyptes chrysocome. Vulnerable.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: Lyssa patroclus moth

Lyssa patroclus moth.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1800

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: Zebra shark, Stegostoma fasciatum Vulnerable

Zebra shark, Stegostoma fasciatum Vulnerable
Zebra shark, Stegostoma fasciatum. Vulnerable.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: Red-crested cardinal, Paroaria coronata

Red-crested cardinal, Paroaria coronata.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: Bacillaria paxillifera algae

Bacillaria paxillifera algae.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1800

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: Eel vibrio, Vibrio anguillula

Eel vibrio, Vibrio anguillula.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1800

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: Painted lady, Vanessa cardui

Painted lady, Vanessa cardui.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: Pin-tailed parrotfinch, Erythrura prasina

Pin-tailed parrotfinch, Erythrura prasina.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: Variegated wrasse, Labrus tinca

Variegated wrasse, Labrus tinca.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: Common globe animal, Volvox globator

Common globe animal, Volvox globator.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1800

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: Snakelocks anemone, Anemonia sulcata

Snakelocks anemone, Anemonia sulcata.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: Grey-headed lovebird, Agapornis canus canus

Grey-headed lovebird, Agapornis canus canus.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1800

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: White planaria, Planaria lactea

White planaria, Planaria lactea.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1800

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: Knob-billed or comb duck, Sarkidiornis melanotos

Knob-billed or comb duck, Sarkidiornis melanotos.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: European frogfish or angler, Lophius piscatorius

European frogfish or angler, Lophius piscatorius.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: Green birdwing variety, Ornithoptera priamus species

Green birdwing variety, Ornithoptera priamus species.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: Common sunstar, Crossaster papposus

Common sunstar, Crossaster papposus.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: Sea ginger, Millepora alcicornis

Sea ginger, Millepora alcicornis.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: Great auk, Pinguinus impennis Extinct

Great auk, Pinguinus impennis Extinct
Great auk, Pinguinus impennis. Extinct.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: Mesophyllum lichenoides

Mesophyllum lichenoides.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1800

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: Acrobatic earthstar, Geastrum fornicatum

Acrobatic earthstar, Geastrum fornicatum.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: Crimson winged woodpecker, Picus puniceus

Crimson winged woodpecker, Picus puniceus.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: Smooth newt, Triturus vulgaris

Smooth newt, Triturus vulgaris.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: European legless lizard, Pseudopus apodus

European legless lizard, Pseudopus apodus.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: Suckermouth catfish, Hypostomus plecostomus

Suckermouth catfish, Hypostomus plecostomus.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: King penguin, Aptenodytes patagonicus

King penguin, Aptenodytes patagonicus.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: Elbow crab, Parthenope longimanus

Elbow crab, Parthenope longimanus.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: Helicopter damselfly, Mecistogaster lucretia

Helicopter damselfly, Mecistogaster lucretia.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: Soldier catfish, Osteogeneiosus militaris

Soldier catfish, Osteogeneiosus militaris.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: Amazonian royal flycatcher, Onychorhynchus coronatus

Amazonian royal flycatcher, Onychorhynchus coronatus. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Background imageGeorgeshaw Collection: Amboina sail-finned lizard, Hydrosaurus amboinensis

Amboina sail-finned lizard, Hydrosaurus amboinensis.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw




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"Meet Georgeshaw: A Fascinating World of Extraordinary Creatures" Dive into the microscopic realm with Georgeshaw, where you'll encounter the Water flea, Daphnia pulex - a tiny creature that plays a vital role in freshwater ecosystems. Explore the depths and discover the enigmatic Carpet shark or spotted wobbegong, Orectolobus maculatus, lurking beneath coral reefs with its mesmerizing camouflage. Witness the captivating life cycle of the Oleander hawkmoth, Daphnis nerii - from its elegant moth form to its voracious caterpillar stage and mysterious pupa transformation. Immerse yourself in an underwater symphony orchestrated by the Organ madrepore, Madrepora musicalis - a stunning coral species known for creating melodious vibrations. Encounter living fossils like Tadpole shrimp, Lepidurus apus - ancient creatures that have survived virtually unchanged for millions of years and offer insights into Earth's prehistoric past. Meet the peculiar Lumpfish or lumpsucker, Cyclopterus lumpus - a comical-looking fish that uses its suction cup-like pelvic fins to cling onto rocks in search of food. Marvel at the intelligence and adaptability of the Common octopus, Octopus vulgaris - a master of disguise capable of changing color and shape to blend seamlessly with its surroundings. Bewitching beauty takes flight as you witness Black witch moth, Ascalapha odorata gracefully fluttering through moonlit nights with their large wingspan and mystical allure. Discover an endangered wonder as you encounter Giant clam Tridacna gigas; these magnificent creatures not only provide shelter but also play an essential role in maintaining marine biodiversity. Be captivated by Convolvulus hawk-moth Agrius convolvuli as it hovers over fragrant flowers during its migratory journey, showcasing nature's delicate balance.