Ant Eater Collection

Various quadrupeds: Giant Anteater, Brown Platypus, Pangolin, Armadillo, and Three-Toed Sloth

Spiny Ant-Eater, illustration from Wildlife of the World, c. 1910 (colour litho)
3037095 Spiny Ant-Eater, illustration from Wildlife of the World, c.1910 (colour litho) by Kuhnert, Wilhelm (1865-1926); Private Collection; (add.info)

Giant ant-eater, Myrmecophaga tridactyla. Vulnerable
Great anteater, giant ant-eater or ant bear, Myrmecophaga tridactyla (M. jubata). Vulnerable. Handcoloured steel engraving by Lizars after an illustration by Charles Hamilton Smith from William

Northern tamandua, Tamandua mexicana (Ursine ant-eater). Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Edward Griffiths The Animal Kingdom by the Baron Cuvier, London, Whittaker, 1824

Giant anteater or antbear, Myrmecophaga tridactyla (Great ant-eater, Myrmecophaga jubata). Illustration by Charles Hamilton Smith, engraved by Thomas Landseer

Aardvark, Orycteropus afer (Cape ant-eater, Orycteropus capensis). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by M. Griffith from Edward Griffiths The Animal Kingdom by the Baron Cuvier, London, Whittaker

Ant-Eater (colour litho)
6023516 Ant-Eater (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ant-Eater. Illustration for Book of Natural History by F O Morris (Groombridge)

Ant eater skeleton engraving 1803
The Museum of Natural History - the Animal Kingdom (Mammalia) Published by William Mackenzie, 1803 - London

Great Ant eater engraving 1803
The Museum of Natural History - the Animal Kingdom (Mammalia) Published by William Mackenzie, 1803 - London

Picture No. 10947510
Short-beaked Echidna - foraging for ants on sand dunes - a monotreme Phillip Island, Victoria, Australia. Date:

Picture No. 10947511
Short-beaked Echidna - foraging for ants on sand dunes - a monotreme Phillip Island, Victoria, Australia. Date:

Caribbean, Trinidad
Silky Pygmy Anteater, (Cyclopes didactylus), sleeping, Mangrove forest, Caroni Swamp, Trinidad W. I

ANTEATER. An anteater in the Paris Zoo. Wood engraving, French, 1868

ANTEATER. The giant anteater. Wood engraving, German, 19th century

Southern Tamandua (Tamandua tetradactyla) adult, climbing tree trunk, Pouso Alegre, Mato Grosso, Brazil, september

Giant Anteater (Myrmecophaga tridactyla) adult, running in open savannah, Rupununi, Guyana

Giant anteater and cub, 19th century

Animal illustrations
Mammals of arid regions. Lithograph reproduction of 19th-century illustrations

Tail of Comet 1853
Passing Events or The Tail of the Comet of 1853. A summary of the years notable events include the bringing of Layards bulls to the British Museum

Anteater (Bewick)
Ant-eaters come in many shapes and sizes. This one is the GREAT ANT-EATER, myrmecophaga jubata, more than a metre long, not counting its tail which is most of 1m more

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"Exploring the World of Ant Eaters: From Various Quadrupeds to Enchanting Illustrations" Ant eaters, fascinating creatures found in various quadruped species, have captured the attention of wildlife enthusiasts worldwide. In Australia's Victoria region, these unique animals can be spotted roaming their natural habitats. One such species is the Spiny Ant-Eater, beautifully depicted in a vibrant illustration from Wildlife of the World circa 1910. Another remarkable the Giant Ant-Eater (Myrmecophaga tridactyla), classified as vulnerable due to habitat loss and poaching. With its long snout and powerful claws, this magnificent creature effortlessly feasts on ants and termites. The Northern Tamandua (Tamandua mexicana) also belongs to this intriguing family. Known for its arboreal lifestyle, it skillfully navigates trees while searching for its favorite meal - ants. Equally captivating is the Giant Anteater or Antbear (Myrmecophaga tridactyla), an impressive creature with a lengthy tongue that slurps up thousands of insects each day. Venturing beyond Australia's borders brings us to Africa's Aardvark (Orycteropus afer). Though not technically an ant eater but rather belonging to a separate mammalian order called Tubulidentata, it shares similar feeding habits with its distant relatives. Historical engravings provide us with glimpses into these marvelous creatures' anatomy. An ant-eater skeleton engraving from 1803 showcases their intricate skeletal structure, while another engraving depicts the Great Ant Eater in all its glory. As we delve deeper into understanding these captivating beings through pictures like No. 10947510 and No. 10947511, our appreciation for their unique adaptations grows stronger. The world of ant eaters offers endless wonders waiting to be explored by those who are curious about Earth's diverse fauna.