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Geronticus balcanicus, ancestral form of the
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Geronticus balcanicus, ancestral form of the
Geronticus balcanicus, ancestral form of the Northern Bald Ibis, Hermit Ibis, Geronticus eremita.. Colour printed (chromolithograph) illustration by Heinrich Harder from Tiere der Urwelt Animals of the Prehistoric World, 1916, Hamburg. Heinrich Harder (1858-1935) was a German landscape artist and book illustrator
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Ancestor Bald Creature Dinosaur Extinct Hamburg Harder Heinrich Hermit Ibis Prehistoric Tiere Urwelt Eremita
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This chromolithograph illustration, titled "Geronticus balcanicus," showcases the ancient and enigmatic appearance of the Northern Bald Ibis, also known as the Hermit Ibis or Geronticus eremita. This extinct species, depicted here in its ancestral form, is believed to have lived during the Miocene epoch, around 15 to 5 million years ago. The illustration is a masterpiece by the renowned German artist and book illustrator, Heinrich Harder, created in 1916 for his publication "Tiere der Urwelt" or "Animals of the Prehistoric World," published in Hamburg. Harder's illustration captures the distinctive features of Geronticus balcanicus, including its long, downward-curving beak, featherless head, and bare, red skin around the face. The bird's body is covered in a mix of black and white feathers, with a long, curved neck and a sturdy, muscular build. The image also reveals the bird's large, powerful legs and sharp, talon-like feet, which were well-suited for its terrestrial lifestyle. The Northern Bald Ibis is an intriguing creature in the annals of Earth's history, as it shares some similarities with both modern birds and dinosaurs. Its beak structure and overall body shape bear resemblance to that of a ibis, while its bare, red head and lack of body feathers are more reminiscent of theropod dinosaurs. This fascinating blend of avian and dinosaurian traits adds to the allure and mystery of this extinct species. Heinrich Harder's illustration serves as a testament to the rich history of life on Earth and the incredible diversity of creatures that have inhabited our planet. Through his art, we can catch a glimpse into the past and marvel at the wonders of the natural world, both ancient and modern.
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