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Daubentonia madagascariensis, aye-aye
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Daubentonia madagascariensis, aye-aye
Watercolour by Joseph Wolf (1820-1899). Plate 256 b. from the Richard Owen Drawings Collection held at the Natural History Museum
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1804 1892 Claw Epitheria Eutheria Joseph Wolf Madagascan Madagascar Mammalia Owen Aye Aye Daubentonia Daubentonia Madagascariensis Daubentoniidae
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This exquisite watercolor painting depicts Daubentonia madagascariensis, also known as the aye-aye, a unique and intriguing mammal endemic to Madagascar. The illustration is a masterpiece from the Richard Owen Drawings Collection held at the Natural History Museum in London, created by the renowned German-British natural history artist Joseph Wolf in 1892. The aye-aye is a member of the Chiromyidae family, order Primates, and the only extant representative of the suborder Daubentoniidae. The aye-aye is characterized by its long, bushy tail, large eyes, and most notably, its elongated middle finger on each hand, which it uses for tapping on tree trunks to locate grubs and insects hidden within. This specialized digit is a testament to the aye-aye's unique anatomy, adapted for its role as a solitary, nocturnal forager in the Madagascar rainforest. The aye-aye's head is shown in profile, revealing its pointed snout and small, rounded ears. Its body is covered in dense, reddish-brown fur, with a lighter underbelly. The painting also highlights the distinctive features of its paw and claw, which are essential for its arboreal lifestyle. Joseph Wolf's illustration is a valuable record of the aye-aye's appearance during the late 19th century, providing a glimpse into the natural history of this fascinating and enigmatic creature from Madagascar. As part of the Richard Owen Drawings Collection, this work is an essential addition to the study and appreciation of the natural world, showcasing the meticulous attention to detail and artistic skill of its creator.
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