Ichtyologie, ou, Histoire naturelle, générale et particulière des poissons, A Berlin, Chez l'auteur, & chez François de la Garde libraire, 1785-1797, fishes, Germany, ichthyology, pictorial works, fish, The illustration showcases two distinct species of fish, identified with scientific names and corresponding details. On the left, a long, slender fish features a striking pattern of orange and black stripes along its body. It is labeled 'Cochliophoenix,' indicating its classification. To the right, a more stout fish displays a spotted pattern, labeled as 'Cochliobramita,' with an additional reference to its habitat. Both species are depicted in a side view with detailed anatomical features, such as fins and gills, accompanied by circular depictions of eggs, illustrating their reproductive aspects. The artistic rendering emphasizes the diversity of aquatic life and serves an educational purpose in biological classification.