Ichthyologie ou Histoire naturelle des poissons, Berlin, Chez l'auteur, 1796, fishes, dasyatis pastinaca, The illustration depicts a stingray, identified as *Raja pastinaca*. The creature features a broad, flat body with a distinctly rounded outline. Its upper surface exhibits a subtle blend of browns and sandy shades, providing a natural camouflage. Two prominent eyes are situated on the upper side of its head, which is connected to a long, slender tail that has a subtle tapering design. The detailed rendition highlights the texture of the skin and the elegant contours of the stingray, surrounded by delicate, flowing lines. Annotations in elegant script identify the species and provide its common names in multiple languages, emphasizing the stingray's significance in both scientific and cultural contexts.

Ichthyologie ou Histoire naturelle des poissons, Berlin, Chez l'auteur, 1796, fishes, dasyatis pastinaca, The illustration depicts a stingray, identified as *Raja pastinaca*. The creature features a broad, flat body with a distinctly rounded outline. Its upper surface exhibits a subtle blend of browns and sandy shades, providing a natural camouflage. Two prominent eyes are situated on the upper side of its head, which is connected to a long, slender tail that has a subtle tapering design. The detailed rendition highlights the texture of the skin and the elegant contours of the stingray, surrounded by delicate, flowing lines. Annotations in elegant script identify the species and provide its common names in multiple languages, emphasizing the stingray's significance in both scientific and cultural contexts.

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