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Echidna or spiny anteater, Tachyglossus aculeatus
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Echidna or spiny anteater, Tachyglossus aculeatus
Echidna or spiny anteater, Tachyglossus aculeatus (Echidna setosa). Handcoloured steel engraving by Lizars after an illustration by Col. Charles Hamilton Smith from William Jardines Naturalists Library, Edinburgh, 1836
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Aculeatus Anteater Echidna Hamilton Jardine Lizars Naturalists Spiny Setosa Smith Tachyglossus
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This exquisitely hand-colored steel engraving depicts the enigmatic Echidna or Spiny Anteater, Tachyglossus aculeatus (Echidna setosa), a unique and fascinating mammal native to Australia. The image is based on an illustration by the renowned Scottish naturalist and artist, Colonel Charles Hamilton Smith, for Sir William Jardine's Naturalist's Library, published in Edinburgh in 1836. The Echidna, also known as the spiny anteater, is characterized by its distinctive features, including its spiny back, elongated snout, and agile, clawed feet. This nocturnal creature is an expert burrower and forager, using its sensitive snout to detect ants, termites, and other insects, which it locates by touch rather than sight or smell. The intricate details of the Echidna's physiognomy are beautifully rendered in this engraving, with its quilled spine, sharp claws, and expressive eyes. The hand-coloring adds depth and vibrancy to the image, enhancing the naturalistic effect and bringing the creature to life. This engraving is a testament to the meticulous work of the skilled artisans of the time, who collaborated with naturalists and scientists to create accurate and visually stunning representations of the natural world. The Echidna's inclusion in Sir William Jardine's Naturalist's Library reflects the growing interest in zoology and the importance of documenting the world's diverse fauna during the Victorian era. Today, this image continues to inspire awe and fascination, reminding us of the wonders of the natural world and the importance of preserving it for future generations.
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