Crab eating fox, Cerdocyon thous guaraxa
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Crab eating fox, Cerdocyon thous guaraxa
Crab eating fox, Cerdocyon thous guaraxa.. Handcolored engraving on steel by William Lizars from a drawing by Colonel Charles Hamilton Smith from Sir William Jardines Naturalists Library: Dogs published by W. H. Lizars, Edinburgh, 1839
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This intriguing handcolored engraving on steel, titled "Crab-Eating Fox (Cerdocyon thous guaraxa)," is an exquisite example of colonial-era naturalist illustration. Created by renowned Scottish engraver William Lizars, based on a drawing by Colonel Charles Hamilton Smith, this image is part of Sir William Jardine's Naturalist's Library: Dogs, published in Edinburgh in 1839. The Crab-Eating Fox, also known as the Crab-Eating Crab-Faced Fox or the Crab-Eating Canid, is a unique species of fox native to South America. With its distinctive crab-like face and short, bushy tail, this fox is a fascinating anomaly in the animal kingdom. The image captures the Crab-Eating Fox in the act of hunting, with a crab clutched in its jaws. The fox's alert and focused expression, combined with the intricate details of its fur and the vivid colors of the hand-coloring, bring the animal to life on the page. This engraving is a testament to the meticulous work of both the artist and the engraver, and provides a glimpse into the natural history of a little-known species. The Crab-Eating Fox is an important part of the biodiversity of South America, and this beautiful illustration serves as a reminder of the rich natural heritage that exists in the world around us. The Crab-Eating Fox is a rare and elusive mammal, and this image offers a rare and up-close look at this fascinating creature. The intricate details of the engraving and the vibrant colors of the hand-coloring make this a work of art as well as a valuable record of natural history.
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