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Opheodrys sp. green snake
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Opheodrys sp. green snake
Hand coloured etching from The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama islands (1731) Vol. 2 by Mark Catesby. Entitled The Green Snake
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This exquisite hand-colored etching, titled "The Green Snake" by Mark Catesby from his seminal work "The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama Islands" (1731), Volume 2, offers a captivating glimpse into the natural world of the 18th century Americas. The illustration showcases Opheodrys sp. green snake, a member of the Colubridae family, commonly known as the Colubrids or non-venomous snakes. The snake is depicted gracefully coiled around a vibrant flowering plant, its scales shimmering in various shades of green. Catesby's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the intricate rendering of the snake's body, from the delicate scales to the subtle markings on its skin. The snake's forked tongue, a distinctive feature of reptiles, is extended, ready to taste the air for scent. The background of the illustration is adorned with a rich array of angiosperms, or flowering plants, adding to the lush and diverse ecosystem portrayed in the image. The botanical elements are equally detailed, with the petals and leaves of the flowers rendered with great care and precision. The Green Snake is a diapsid, a type of reptile characterized by two openings in the skull for the eyes and ears. It is also a sauropsid, meaning it is a reptile that lays eggs on land. The snake belongs to the subclass Lepidosauria, characterized by the presence of scales, and the order Squamata, which includes lizards and snakes. This illustration is a testament to Catesby's remarkable skill and dedication to documenting the natural world around him, providing a valuable record of the biodiversity of the Americas during the 18th century. The Green Snake and its accompanying flora continue to captivate viewers with their beauty and intricacy, offering a window into the natural history of a bygone era.
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