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Edible frog or common green frog, Pelophylax kl. esculentus
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Edible frog or common green frog, Pelophylax kl. esculentus
Edible frog or common green frog, Pelophylax kl. esculentus (Green frog, Rana esculenta). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1806
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This exquisitely detailed hand-colored copperplate engraving depicts the Edible Frog or Common Green Frog, Pelophylax kl. esculentus (previously known as Rana esculenta), as illustrated and engraved by the skilled hands of Richard Polydore Nodder for George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's The Naturalist's Miscellany, published in London in 1806. The Edible Frog, also known as the European Green Frog or the Common Green Frog, is a widespread amphibian species native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia. The frog in this illustration is shown in its natural habitat, perched on a lily pad in a serene pond. Its vibrant green coloration, with irregular darker blotches, provides excellent camouflage among the aquatic vegetation. The frog's long, sticky tongue is extended, ready to capture its next prey, which includes insects, snails, and other small invertebrates. The Edible Frog has a rich cultural history, with humans consuming it as a food source since ancient times. Its meat is considered a delicacy in some European countries, particularly in France, where it is known as "grenouille à cuisses" or "frog legs." The frog is typically cooked in a light batter and fried, resulting in a tender and succulent dish. This illustration is a testament to the intricate beauty of the natural world and the remarkable talent of the artists and naturalists of the past. The meticulous attention to detail and the use of hand-coloring techniques bring the Edible Frog to life, allowing us to appreciate its unique features and the role it plays in the intricate web of ecosystems.
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