Variety of molluscs including terebratula
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Variety of molluscs including terebratula
Variety of molluscs including terebratula, pearly fresh water mussel, and jingle shells.. Handcolored engraving from Charles d Orbignys Dictionnaire Universel d Histoire Naturelle (Universal Dictionary of Natural History), 1849
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Creature Dictionary Fresh Jingle Mollusc Mussel Orbigny Pearly Shell Universal Terebratula
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This exquisitely handcolored engraving, taken from Charles d'Orbigny's Dictionnaire Universel d'Histoire Naturelle (Universal Dictionary of Natural History), published in 1849, showcases a captivating variety of molluscs. The image includes several intriguing marine and freshwater species, such as the Terebratula, a type of brachiopod with a distinctive shell shape resembling a teardrop. The pearly freshwater mussel, with its iridescent shell, is also depicted, as well as Calecola, a small, round, brown clam. Additionally, the engraving highlights the Jingle Shells, with their unique, knobby, and colorful exteriors. Another fascinating mollusc represented is the Anomia, a large clam with a flat, fan-shaped shell. The intricate details of each mollusc's anatomy are beautifully captured in this historical artwork, providing a glimpse into the rich diversity of the mollusc kingdom. Charles d'Orbigny, a renowned French naturalist, compiled this comprehensive work to document the natural history of various organisms, including molluscs. The Dictionnaire Universel d'Histoire Naturelle remains an essential reference for zoologists and historians, offering valuable insights into the natural world of the 19th century. This image serves as a testament to the beauty and complexity of the mollusc species and the meticulous work of the naturalists and engravers of the time.
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