Crotalus adamanteus, eastern diamondback rattlesnake
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Crotalus adamanteus, eastern diamondback rattlesnake
Drawing 60 (Ewan 50) from the Botanical and zoological drawings (1756-1788) by William Bartram
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18th Century Bartram Caenophidia Crotalinae Crotaline Crotalus Diapsid Diapsida Forked Herpetology Lepidosaur Lepidosauria Monochrome Mouth Muscle Ophidia Crotalus Adamanteus Diamondback Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake
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1. Title: "Crotalus adamanteus, the Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake: An 18th Century Illustration of a Majestic and Deadly Serpent" This monochrome drawing, titled "Crotalus adamanteus," showcases the Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake (Crotalus adamanteus), a formidable and enigmatic creature of the American southeastern woodlands. This illustration is taken from the esteemed collection of botanical and zoological drawings, "Drawings 60 (Ewan 50)" by the renowned naturalist and explorer, William Bartram. This work, produced between 1756 and 1788, represents a significant contribution to the scientific understanding of the natural world during the 18th century. The Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake is a member of the Crotalinae family, the pit vipers, and the larger order of reptiles known as the Squamata, which includes lizards and snakes. As a diapsid, this snake belongs to the subclass of reptiles characterized by two pairs of openings in the skull for the nasal and eye sockets. The illustration offers a detailed and intricate representation of the Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake's anatomy. The snake's powerful, muscular body is adorned with diamond-shaped scales, earning it its name. The forked head, with its triangular shape and two elliptical eyes, exudes an air of mystery and intensity. The snake's mouth, slightly agape, reveals the sharp, fang-like teeth that are characteristic of the Crotalidae family. The Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake is a venomous snake, and its bite can be deadly to humans. This illustration serves as a testament to the importance of documenting and understanding the natural world, even the most dangerous and fearsome creatures. This illustration offers a glimpse into the past, providing a window into the natural history of the Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake and the scientific curiosity that drove explorers like William Bartram to document the natural world around them.
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