Scaly chiton, Chiton squamosus
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Scaly chiton, Chiton squamosus
Scaly chiton, Chiton squamosus.. Handcolored copperplate zoological engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, 1792
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Chiton Frederick Miscellany Naturalist Nodder Scaly Shaw Zoological Squamosus
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This stunning handcolored copperplate engraving showcases the intricate details of the Scaly Chiton, Chiton squamosus, a marine mollusk belonging to the Chitonidae family. The image is taken from George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's "The Naturalist's Miscellany," published in 1792. Shaw and Nodder were renowned naturalists of their time, and their work was instrumental in documenting various species of animals and plants. The Scaly Chiton, also known as the Squamosus Chiton, is native to the Atlantic and Indian Oceans. It is easily recognizable by its unique, scaly appearance, with rows of plate-like structures covering its body. These plates are not true scales but are actually modified parts of the animal's gills. The Chiton's coloration ranges from brown to reddish-brown, with white spots and lines. The Chiton is a bottom-dwelling invertebrate that feeds on algae and other organic matter found on the ocean floor. It moves by means of a unique locomotion called "creeping," where it uses its ten tentacles to crawl across rocks and other surfaces. This beautiful engraving provides a glimpse into the natural history of the Scaly Chiton and the meticulous work of Shaw and Nodder. Their contributions to the scientific community were invaluable in advancing our understanding of the natural world, and this image remains a testament to their dedication and expertise.
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