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Guinea antelope, grimm or common duiker, Sylvicapra grimmia
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Guinea antelope, grimm or common duiker, Sylvicapra grimmia
Guinea antelope, grimm or common duiker, Sylvicapra grimmia.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from The Naturalists Pocket Magazine; or, Complete Cabinet of the Curiosities and Beauties of Nature (1798-1802) published by Harrison, London
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This exquisite handcolored copperplate engraving showcases the Guinea antelope, scientifically known as Sylvicapra grimmia, also referred to as the Grimm or Common duiker. The Guinea antelope is a small antelope native to the forests of West and Central Africa. They are characterized by their compact size, standing at only 20-30 inches at the shoulder and weighing between 25-55 pounds. Their coat is a reddish-brown color with white spots and stripes, which provides excellent camouflage in their forest habitat. The Grimm duiker is an elusive and secretive species, preferring to live in dense forests where they can hide from predators. They are primarily herbivores, feeding on leaves, shoots, and fruits. Due to their small size and elusive nature, they have been historically difficult to study and observe in the wild. This beautiful illustration is taken from The Naturalist's Pocket Magazine; or, Complete Cabinet of the Curiosities and Beauties of Nature, published by Harrison in London between 1798 and 1802. The Naturalist's Pocket Magazine was a popular natural history publication of the time, featuring high-quality illustrations of various plants, animals, and minerals. This particular engraving showcases the meticulous attention to detail and artistic skill of the natural history illustrators of the era. The Guinea antelope continues to be an important species in the study of natural history and conservation efforts. They are currently listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, but their populations are declining due to habitat loss and fragmentation. Conservation efforts are ongoing to protect their forest habitats and ensure the long-term survival of this fascinating and beautiful species.
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