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Blue parrotfish, Scarus coeruleus
Blue parrotfish, Scarus coeruleus (Blue coryphaena, Coryphaena caerulea). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1801
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Caerulea Coryphaena Frederick Ichthyology Miscellany Naturalists Nodder Parrotfish Polydore Scarus Shaw
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the vibrant and intricately patterned Blue Parrotfish, Scarus coeruleus (previously known as Coryphaena caerulea), as depicted by the skilled hands of English naturalists George Shaw and Frederick Nodder in their seminal work, The Naturalist's Miscellany, published in London in 1801. The Blue Parrotfish, also known as the Blue Coryphaena or Blue Scar, is a tropical marine fish native to the Atlantic and Indian Oceans. With its distinctive blue and white stripes, this fish is a true marvel of the underwater world. Richard Polydore Nodder, a renowned illustrator and engraver, meticulously captured the Blue Parrotfish's unique features in this stunning illustration. The fish is shown in a lifelike pose, displaying its elongated snout, large pectoral fins, and the characteristic parrot-like beak that gives this species its name. The intricate patterns on its body, which serve as excellent camouflage among coral reefs, are beautifully rendered in the hand-coloring. The Naturalist's Miscellany was a groundbreaking work in the field of zoology and natural history, featuring accurate and detailed illustrations of various species from around the world. Shaw and Nodder's dedication to documenting the natural world resulted in a comprehensive and visually stunning collection of natural history, which continues to inspire and captivate audiences today.
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