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Five-toed manis, Chinese pangolin, or scaly
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Five-toed manis, Chinese pangolin, or scaly
Five-toed manis, Chinese pangolin, or scaly anteater. Manis pentadactyla. Endangered.. Handcolored copperplate zoological engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, 1792
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Anteater Endangered Five Frederick Manis Miscellany Naturalist Nodder Pangolin Scaly Shaw Toed Zoological Pentadactyla
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This exquisite handcolored copperplate engraving, taken from George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's The Naturalist's Miscellany, published in 1792, showcases the intricately detailed features of the Five-toed Manis, also known as the Chinese Pangolin or Scaly Anteater (Manis pentadactyla). The Five-toed Manis is a unique and fascinating mammal native to Southeast Asia, distinguished by its protective keratin scales covering its body, providing it with an armored appearance. This nocturnal creature is an expert climber, using its five digits, each tipped with a sharp claw, to navigate trees with ease. The Five-toed Manis is an endangered species, primarily due to habitat loss and poaching for its meat and scales, which are used in traditional Chinese medicine and believed to have medicinal properties. The scales are also sought after in the fashion industry, used as decorative elements in clothing and accessories. This historical illustration, produced during a time when natural history was a burgeoning field, showcases the meticulous attention to detail and scientific accuracy that characterized the works of Shaw and Nodder. The Naturalist's Miscellany was a groundbreaking publication, featuring a wide range of zoological specimens, and this engraving of the Five-toed Manis is a testament to the importance of documenting and preserving the natural world for future generations.
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