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Tree hydroid, Eudendrium ramosum
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Tree hydroid, Eudendrium ramosum
Tree hydroid, Eudendrium ramosum (Twisted tubularia, Tubularia ramosa). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1806
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Frederick Miscellany Naturalists Nodder Polydore Shaw Twisted Hydroid
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving, created by the skilled hands of Richard Polydore Nodder and published in George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's The Naturalist's Miscellany in 1806, showcases the intricate beauty of the Tree Hydroid, Eudendrium ramosum. Also known as Twisted Tubularia or Tubularia ramosa, this hydroid is a marine invertebrate belonging to the family Stylasteridae. The Tree Hydroid derives its name from its distinctive branching structure, which resembles a small tree. Each branch is adorned with tiny, tubular polyps, which are responsible for the hydroid's ability to sting and capture prey. The polyps are connected by thin, wavy stolons, giving the hydroid a twisted appearance. The Tree Hydroid is a common sight in the shallow waters of the Atlantic and Mediterranean seas. It forms large colonies that can grow up to several centimeters in height. These colonies provide essential habitats for various marine organisms, making them an integral part of the marine ecosystem. This engraving is a testament to the meticulous attention to detail and artistic skill of the Nodder family and George Shaw. The intricate depiction of the Tree Hydroid's branching structure and the delicate shading of its polyps showcase the beauty and complexity of this fascinating marine organism. The use of hand-coloring adds an extra layer of depth and vibrancy to the image, making it a true masterpiece of 19th-century zoological illustration.
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