Naturalists Collection (#6)

Bioluminescent pyrosome, Pyrosoma atlanticum (Phosphoric pyrosoma, Pyrosoma phosphorescens). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

South India small tussore, Antheraea paphia (Phalaena paphia) caterpillar on a jujube plant, Ziziphus jujuba. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Udotea flabellum (Fan coralline, Corallina flabellum). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Automeris janus moth (Janus moth, Phalaena janus). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Slipper lobster, Scyllarus arctus (Oval-tailed crab, Cancer scyllarus). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Port Lincoln ringneck, Barnadius zonarius (Zoned parrot, Psittacus zonarius). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Bigeye scad, Selar crumenophthalmus (Plumierian mackrel, Scomber plumieri). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Brown-backed parrotlet, Touit melanonotus (Black-backed parrakeet, Psittacus melanotus). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Blackeye thicklip, Hemigymnus melapterus (Black-finned sparus, Sparus melanopterus). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

European thorny oyster, Spondylus gaederopus (Subauriculated spondylus, Spondylus goederopus). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Siberian stonechat, Saxicola maurus
Siberian stonechat or Asian stonechat, Saxicola maurus (Russian warbler, Motacilla rossica). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Arabian cowry varieties, Mauritia arabica (Brittle cowry, Cypraea fragilis and Arabian cowry, Cypraea arabica). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Stalked jellyfish, Lucernaria quadricornis (Four-lobed lucernaria, Lucernaria quadriloba). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Dirphia tarquinia moth (Tarquinia, Phalaena tarquinia). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Red-whiskered bulbul, Pycnonotus jocosus (Red-vented shrike, Lanius jocosus). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Eupterote fabia moth (Fabia moth, Phalaena fabia). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Blue button, Porpita porpita (Nummular medusa, Medusa nummularia). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Southern marbled emperor, Heniocha apollonia (Apollonia butterfly, Phalaena apollonia). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Green peafowl, Pavo muticus (Spike-crested peacock, Pavo spicifer). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Spotted sea hare, Aplysia punctata
Spotted sea hare or speckled aplysia, Aplysia punctata. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Gorgeous bushshrike, Telophorus viridis (Red-throated butcher bird, Lanius gutturalis). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Heart cockle, Glossus humanus (Heart chama shell, Chama cor). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Rhetenor blue morpho, Morpho rhetenor (Andromachus butterfly, Papilio andromachus). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Ganges river dolphin, Platanista gangetica gangetica, endangered. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Black-capped lory, Lorius lory (Philippine lory, Psittacus lory). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Spiny dye-murex, Bolinus brandaris (Snipe murex, Murex brandaris). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Longnose sawshark, Pristiophorus cirratus (Tentaculated shark, Squalus tentaculatus). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Eastern black-eared wheatear, Oenanthe melanoleuca (Georgian flycatcher, Muscicapa melanoleuca). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Saduria entomon (Sharp-tailed oniscus, Oniscus entomon). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Skeleton shrimp, Caprella linearis (Linear crab, Cancer linearis). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Red-tailed guenon, Cercopithecus ascanius (Ascanius monkey, Simia ascanius). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Tentacled snake, Erpeton tentaculatum (Tentaculated erpeton, Erpeton tentaculatus). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Halomitra pileus coral (Oblong madrepore, Madrepora pileus). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Sun spider, Galeodes araneoides (Poisonous solpuga, Solpuga venenosa). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Rufescent tiger-heron, Tigrisoma lineatum (Tiger bittern, Ardea tigrina). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Asteroschema oligactes
Slender-limbed star fish, Asteroschema oligactes (Asterias oligactes). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Eyed cowry and lynx cowry
Eyed cowry, Arestorides argus (Argus cowry, Cypraea argus), and lynx cowry, Lyncina lynx, (white-eyed cowry, Cypraea leucopis). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Xyleutes strix moth (Strix moth, Phalaena strix). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Javan banded pitta, Pitta guajana (Blue-tailed thrush, Turdus cyanurus). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Cecropia moth, Hyalophora cecropia (Cecropian moth, Phalaena cecropia), caterpillar and pupa. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Giant crab spider, Heteropoda venatoria (American tarantula spider, Aranea venatoria) and nest with trapdoor. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Regal moth, Citheronia regalis (Persimon moth, Phalaena regia), caterpillar and pupa. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Bighorn sheep or Canadian sheep, Ovis canadensis. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Hyacinth macaw, Anodorhynchus hyacinthinus (Hyacinthine maccaw, Psittacus augustus). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Harvestman spider species (doubtful phalangium, Phalangium dubium). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Pezizoid madrepore coral, Madrepora pezizoides. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw

Blue-rayed limpet, Patella pellucida (Brown patella, Patella fusca). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Egyptian goose, Alopochen aegyptiaca (Anas aegyptiaca). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw

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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.