Naturalists Collection (#3)

Red-necked tanager, Tangara cyanocephala (Collared tanager, Tanagra festiva). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Long-armed chafer beetle, Euchirus longimanus (Long-armed beetle, Scarabaeus longimanus). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Common death adder, Acanthophis antarctica (Antarctic boa, Boa antarctica). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Finny snake eel, Caecula pterygera (Rostrated sphagebranchus, Sphagebranchus rostratus). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Sea peach, Halocynthia aurantium (Orange ascidia, Ascidia aurantium). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

White witch moth, Thysania agrippina (Agrippina butterfly, Phalaena agrippina). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder after Maria Sibylla Merian

White witch moth caterpillar, Thysania agrippina (Agrippina butterfly, Phalaena agrippina). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder after Maria Sibylla Merian

Great cormorant (Eurasian), Phalacrocorax carbo sinensis (Chinese pelican, Pelecanus sinensis). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Deaths head hawkmoth, Acherontia atropos, moth, caterpillar and pupa (Jasmine sphinx, Sphinx atropos). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Branched murex, Chicoreus ramosus (Murex ramosus). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Jack knife-fish, Equetus lanceolatus (Knight fish, Eques americana). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Collared kingfisher, Todiramphus chloris (Green headed kingfisher, Alcedo chlorocephala). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Horrid elbow crab, Daldorfia horrida (Crested crab, Cancer cristatus). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Tulip cone, Conus tulipa. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1802

Turatis boubou, Laniarius turatii (Blue shrike, Lanius bicolor). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Luna or comet moth, Actias species? (Long-tailed phalaena, Phalaena macroura.) Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Widest pacific conch, Sinustrombus latissimus (Wing strombus, Strombus latissimus). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Bluespotted cornetfish, Fistularia tabacaria (Fibre-tailed fistularia). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Long-billed starthroat hummingbird, Heliomaster longirostris (Stripe-cheeked hummingbird, Trochilus superbus). Illustration drawn by George Shaw and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Common green birdwing, female, Ornithoptera priamus (Panthous butterfly, Papilio panthous). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Emperor nautilus shell, Nautilus pompilius
Emperor nautilus shell and section through shell showing chambers, Nautilus pompilius (Great nautilus, Nautilus pompilius) Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Harlequin bass, Serranus tigrinus (Variegated holocentrus, Holocentrus tigrinus). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Crimson topaz hummingbird, Topaza pella (Topaz-throated hummingbird, Trochilus pella). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Parides aeneas and Papilio peranthus butterflies (Papilio aeneas, Papilio peranthus). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Shark sucker fish, Remora remora (Fork-tailed remora, Echeneis remora). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Tethys sea slug, Tethys fimbria (Crenulated tethys). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Crowned baler, Melo aethiopicus (Ethiopian volute, Voluta aethiopica). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Depilatory sea hare, Aplysia depilans (Mediterranean aplysia). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Blue parrotfish, Scarus coeruleus (Blue coryphaena, Coryphaena caerulea). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Green-winged pytilia, Pytilia melba (Variegated finch, Fringilla elegans). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Protesilaus butterfly, Protesilaus protesilaus (Papilio protesilaus). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Largescale four-eyed fish, Anableps anableps (as four-eyed anableps, Anableps tetropthalmus). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Orange flag and cobweb cone shells, Conus ammiralis arausiacus and Conus araneosus (as Conus arausiacus and Conus arachnoideus). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Spindle tibia shell, Tibia fusus (spindle strombus, Strombus fusus). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Pilot fish, Naucrates ductor (pilot mackrel, Scomber ductor). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Ivory-billed woodpecker, Campephilus principalis (White billed woodpecker Picus principalis). Critically endangered. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Leachs spider crab, Inachus phalangium (slender legged crab, Cancer phalangium). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Admiral cone varieties, high admiral and cedo nulli, Conus ammiralis, Conus cedonulli (Conus ammiralis var. summus, Cedo nulli). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Bar jack fish, Caranx ruber (as red mackrel, Scomber rubra). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Pileated woodpecker, Dryocopus pileatus (Picus pileatus). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Red underwing moth, Catocala nupta (Phalaena nupta). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Longnose batfish, Ogcocephalus vespertilio (American frogfish, Lophius vespertilio). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Wingfin anchovy, Pterengraulis atherinoides (Silver-striped herring, Clupea atherinoides). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Cape starling, Lamprotornis nitens (Shining stare, Sturnus nitens). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Hummingbird hawk-moth, Macroglossum stellatarum (Hummingbird sphinx moth, Sphinx stellatarum). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Edible frog or common green frog, Pelophylax kl. esculentus (Green frog, Rana esculenta). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Comber, Serranus cabrilla (Greenish holocentrus, Holocentrus virescens). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Whiskered shrike, Lanius mystaceus. A made up bird, composed of the Lanius ferrugineus, with the belly and tail feathers of a species of Psittacus and breast

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Naturalists have long been captivated by the wonders of the natural world, dedicating their lives to studying and preserving its diverse inhabitants. One such passionate observer was Giuseppe Pellizza da Volpedo (1868-1901), whose keen eye for detail brought forth breathtaking works of art that celebrated nature's beauty. Among the many creatures that have fascinated naturalists throughout history is the Van de Polls birdwing butterfly, scientifically known as Troides vanedepolli. Its vibrant colors and graceful flight make it a true marvel to behold, captivating both scientists and enthusiasts alike. Another fascinating species that has caught the attention of the Pilgrims scallop, also known as Pecten jacobaeus. With its intricate shell pattern resembling a delicate work of art, this mollusk has become an emblematic symbol along pilgrimage routes. Intriguing avian species like the White-eared hummingbird (Hylocharis leucotis) and Eurasian jay (Garrulus glandarius) have enchanted naturalists with their striking plumage and unique behaviors. These feathered wonders serve as reminders of nature's endless creativity. The Scarlet leafwing butterfly (Siderone galanthis) and Annas hummingbird (Calypte anna) are two more nature's artistic prowess. Their vivid colors and delicate wings inspire awe in those fortunate enough to witness them fluttering through sunlit meadows or sipping nectar from blossoming flowers. The Rhinoceros beetle (Trypoxylus dichotomus) showcases nature's incredible diversity in form. With its imposing size and formidable horn-like appendages, this insect stands out among other beetles, leaving no doubt about its strength. The Great mormon butterfly (Papilio memnon), with its majestic wingspan adorned with intricate patterns, exemplifies how butterflies can be both fragile and resilient, captivating naturalists with their delicate beauty.