Elbow crab, Parthenope longimanus
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Elbow crab, Parthenope longimanus
Elbow crab, Parthenope longimanus.. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1800
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This exquisite handcolored copperplate engraving showcases the Elbow Crab, scientifically known as Parthenope longimanus. The intricate detail in this illustration, drawn and engraved by the skilled hands of Richard Polydore Nodder, reveals the crab's distinctive long and slender pincers, which earned it the common names of Elbow Crab and Long-armed Crab. These crabs are native to the Atlantic and Mediterranean seas, and are typically found in rocky areas and among boulders. The Elbow Crab is a small crab, with a carapace width of only about 3 inches. Its body is covered in small, fine hairs, and it has ten legs, including the two long pincers. The crab's coloration varies from reddish-brown to greenish-brown, with white spots and stripes. This illustration is from George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's The Naturalist's Miscellany, published in London in 1800. The Naturalist's Miscellany was a popular natural history publication of the time, featuring high-quality illustrations of a wide range of plants and animals. The publication was known for its beautiful handcolored plates, which were produced using the copperplate engraving technique. The Elbow Crab was an object of interest to naturalists of the time due to its unique appearance and intriguing long pincers. Today, it continues to be studied by marine biologists and zoologists, who are fascinated by its adaptations and ecological role in the marine environment. This beautiful illustration serves as a testament to the importance of natural history and the role it plays in documenting and preserving the natural world for future generations.
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