Histoire naturelle des principales productions de l'Europe méridionale et particulièrement de celles des environs de Nice et des Alpes Maritimes Paris, Chez F.-G. Levrault, libraire,1826. Alpes Maritimes, Botany, France, Natural History, Nice, Fish, Ocean, The illustration features a collection of four distinct fish species, each characterized by unique physical attributes. The largest fish, dominating the left side, showcases iridescent scales and an elongated body, with numbers indicating specific identification features. Its mouth is slightly open, revealing sharp teeth. The second fish, next to the largest, is slender and streamlined, with delicate markings running along its length. The third specimen is notably smaller, exhibiting a more compact shape with a pattern of spots. The smallest fish, positioned at the top, is slender and elongated, distinguished by its subtle color variations. Each fish is labeled with numerical references, suggesting a systematic classification, likely