Locupletissimi rerum naturalium thesauri accurata descriptio, et iconibus artificiosissimis expressio, per universam physices historiam, Amstelaedami, Apud J. Wetstenium, & Gul. Smith, & Janssonio-Waesbergios, 1734-1765, bird, bat, natural history, pictorial works, chiroptera, prelinnean works, The illustration features a collection of various bat species, displaying their unique wing structures and anatomical details. Above them, a particular bat exemplifies a distinct posture, showcasing its wings in an expansive manner. Below these winged creatures, a depiction of a snake intertwines among branches, adding a sense of movement and contrast to the scene. At the bottom, a vividly colored birda blend of yellow and black feathersperches gracefully on a slender branch, its form highlighting the diversity of avian life. Each creature is labeled with its respective number, indicating an educational purpose behind the artwork.