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Fennec fox or fennec, Vulpes zerda
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Fennec fox or fennec, Vulpes zerda
Fennec fox or fennec, Vulpes zerda. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere Lessons Complements de Buffon, Pourrat Freres, Paris, 1838
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Buffon Canis Complements Fennec Lesson Primevere Rene Vulpes Zerda
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This exquisitely hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the distinctive features of the Fennec Fox or Vulpes zerda. The image is taken from Rene Primevere's "Lessons Complements de Buffon," published by Pourrat Freres in Paris in 1838. The Fennec Fox, also known as the desert fox or sand fox, is native to the Sahara Desert and other arid regions of North Africa. The fennec's most notable feature is its unusually large ears, which can measure up to 6 inches long. These ears help the fennec to dissipate heat, detect prey, and communicate with other fennecs. The fennec's coat is sandy-colored, providing excellent camouflage in its desert habitat. Its bushy tail, which is also sandy in color, helps the fennec to regulate its body temperature. The fennec is an omnivore, feeding on a variety of plants, insects, rodents, and reptiles. It is an important predator in its ecosystem, helping to control populations of rodents and other small animals. The fennec is also known for its unique vocalizations, which include a range of whistles, shrieks, and chirps. This beautiful illustration provides a fascinating glimpse into the natural history of the Fennec Fox, which was a subject of great interest to naturalists and zoologists in the 19th century. The intricate details of the engraving, combined with the rich colors of the hand-painting, bring the fennec to life and offer a window into the natural world of the past.
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