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Carpet python, scarlet snake, and red-bellied black snake
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Carpet python, scarlet snake, and red-bellied black snake
Carpet python, Morelia spilota 1, scarlet snake, Cemophora coccinea 2, red-bellied black snake, Pseudechis porphyriacus 3, and Coluber ocellatus 4. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuchs Bilderbuch fur Kinder (Picture Book for Children), Weimar, 1802
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1. Title: "A Gathering of Serpents: Carpet Python, Scarlet Snake, and Red-Bellied Black Snake" 2. Description: This hand-colored copperplate engraving, taken from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's Bilderbuch fur Kinder (Picture Book for Children), published in Weimar in 1802, showcases an intriguing assembly of three distinct snake species: the Carpet Python (Morelia spilota, 1), the Scarlet Snake (Cemophora coccinea, 2), and the Red-Bellied Black Snake (Pseudechis porphyriacus, 3). The fourth snake in the image, with a yellow and black pattern, is identified as the Argus Panther Snake (Coluber ocellatus, 4), although it is not native to Australia where these other snakes reside. 3. Background: The Carpet Python, a non-venomous constrictor, is native to Australia and is known for its ability to change color and pattern to blend in with its surroundings. The Scarlet Snake, native to Central and South America, is a venomous elapid species, characterized by its bright red coloration. The Red-Bellied Black Snake, native to Australia, is another non-venomous constrictor, recognized by its distinctive red belly and black body. 4. Historical Significance: This engraving is a testament to the early fascination with reptiles and herpetology, as well as the advancements in printmaking techniques during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The meticulous hand-coloring and intricate engraving demonstrate the dedication and skill of the artists and printers involved in producing such detailed and visually stunning works. 5. Modern Relevance: Today, this image serves as an educational tool and a reminder of the rich biodiversity of snakes and the importance of preserving their habitats. It also highlights the historical significance of herpetology and the role that illustrations and engravings have played in documenting and understanding the natural world.
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