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Halichoerus grypus, grey seal
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Halichoerus grypus, grey seal
Grey seal, Dingle Bay, Ireland, 1905. Plate from a collection of pencil sketches and watercolour drawings of British mammals c. 1890-1910 by Edward Adrian Wilson (1872-1912)
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1872 1912 Arctoidea Caniformia Carnivora Dr Edward Adrian Wilson Dr Edward Wilson Dr Wilson Edward Adrian Wilson Edward Wilson Epitheria Eutheria Gray Mammalia Earless Earless Seal Grey Seal Halichoerus Halichoerus Grypus
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This image showcases a grey seal, Halichoerus grypus, in its natural marine environment of Dingle Bay, Ireland, as depicted in a pencil sketch and watercolor drawing from the early 20th century. The artwork is part of a larger collection of mammal illustrations created by Dr. Edward Adrian Wilson between 1890 and 1910. Dr. Wilson, born in 1872, was a renowned British naturalist and explorer, best known for his contributions to the scientific study of Antarctic mammals. The grey seal, also referred to as the "earless seal," is a large marine mammal belonging to the order Carnivora, family Phocidae. Halichoerus grypus is characterized by its streamlined body, short, broad foreflippers, and lack of external ears. This carnivorous eutherian, which falls under the superorder Caniformia, is well adapted to life in the water, with the ability to hold its breath for extended periods and dive to depths of up to 1,200 feet. The intricate details captured in this drawing offer a glimpse into the anatomy of this fascinating marine mammal. The expression on the seal's face conveys a sense of curiosity and intelligence, further emphasizing the unique connection between humans and the natural world that Dr. Wilson sought to explore and document through his illustrations. This beautiful artwork serves as a testament to the rich natural history heritage of the 19th century and the enduring fascination with the diverse and captivating world of mammals.
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