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WILD CAT AND PREY
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WILD CAT AND PREY
(FELIS SILVESTRIS)...with its prey, a bird Date: 1898
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1898 Cats Felis Prey Silvestris Wild
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This photograph, taken in the late 19th century, depicts the raw and untamed beauty of nature as a wild cat, specifically a European Wildcat (Felis silvestris), proudly displays its latest conquest: a bird. The European Wildcat, a member of the Felidae family, is a lithe and agile predator native to Europe and parts of Asia. With its distinctive tabby stripes and piercing green eyes, this wildcat exudes power and stealth, embodying the essence of a hunter. The bird, unidentified in this image, appears to be in mid-flight, its wings outstretched in a futile attempt to escape the jaws of the cat. The contrast between the two creatures is striking: the wildcat, poised and focused, and the bird, fragile and vulnerable. This photograph offers a glimpse into the natural world of over a century ago, a time when the interplay between predator and prey was a common sight in the wild. The European Wildcat, an elusive and enigmatic creature, is rarely seen by humans, making this image all the more precious. The photograph also serves as a reminder of the delicate balance of nature, where every creature plays a vital role in the intricate web of life.
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