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Hand coloured etching from The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama islands (1731) Vol. 2 by Mark Catesby. Entitled Little Brown Bead Snake
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This exquisite hand-colored etching depicts a Little Brown Bead Snake (Storeria dekayi), a species of colubrid snake native to the eastern United States. The illustration is taken from The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama Islands, Volume 2, published in 1731 by the renowned English naturalist Mark Catesby. The snake is shown in a graceful pose, its body adorned with small, bead-like scales that give it its common name. The Little Brown Bead Snake is a slow-moving, non-venomous reptile belonging to the order Squamata, which includes lizards and snakes. It is a member of the family Colubridae, order Colubrinae, and subfamily Colubrinae, and is classified under the scientific name Storeria dekayi. This illustration is an important historical record of the natural history of North America during the 18th century. Catesby's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the intricate rendering of the snake's scales, its subtle markings, and the realistic portrayal of its posture and movements. The Little Brown Bead Snake is a diapsid reptile, meaning it has two openings in the back of its skull for its eyes and nostrils. It is also a member of the Lepidosauria order, which includes scaled reptiles, and the suborder Sauropsida, which includes reptiles and birds. Within the snake classification, it falls under the suborder Ophidia, order Caenophidia, and family Colubridae. The Little Brown Bead Snake is a fascinating creature, often found near water sources and feeding on a diet of small amphibians, fish, and invertebrates. Its slow movements and cryptic coloration make it an expert at blending in with its surroundings, making it a master of camouflage. This beautiful illustration is a testament to the natural beauty and diversity of the reptile world and the important role that natural history records play in documenting and preserving our planet's biosphere.
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