Common angler fish Lophius piscatorius
Common angler fish Lophius piscatorius "The common angler is to be classed, not among the beauties, but the curiosities of Nature. It is in fact one of the most deformed inhabitants of the ocean." Handcoloured copperplate engraving from "The Naturalist's Pocket Magazine; or, Complete Cabinet of the Curiosities and Beauties of Nature" (1798~1802) published by Harrison, London.
Size: 4537px × 2820px
Photo credit: © Florilegius / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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