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Gharial or gavial, Gavialis gangeticus
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Gharial or gavial, Gavialis gangeticus
Gharial or gavial, Gavialis gangeticus (Rhamphostoma schlegelii). Critically endangered. Handcoloured lithograph from Leopold Josef Fitzingers Picturebook of Natural History, (Bilder-Atlas zur wissenschaftlich-popularen Naturgeschichte, Vienna, 1864. Fitzinger was director of the Zoological Gardens in Munich
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This stunning handcoloured lithograph depicts the critically endangered Gharial or Gavial (Gavialis gangeticus), also known as the "fish-eating crocodile" or "gharial crocodile." The Gharial is a large, elongated reptile native to the swampy rivers and tributaries of the Indian subcontinent. With its distinctive long, narrow snout and elongated neck, this species is easily distinguishable from other crocodilians. The Gharial was once abundant in the Ganges, Brahmaputra, and other major rivers of the Indian subcontinent. However, due to habitat loss, poaching, and other human activities, its population has drastically declined. The species is now considered critically endangered, with an estimated population of fewer than 200 individuals in the wild. This beautiful lithograph is from Leopold Josef Fitzinger's "Picturebook of Natural History" (Bilder-Atlas zur wissenschaftlich-popularen Naturgeschichte), published in Vienna in 1864. Fitzinger was a renowned Austrian zoologist and director of the Zoological Gardens in Munich at the time. The lithograph is handcoloured, adding to its artistic and scientific value. The Gharial's elongated snout and neck are adaptations for its unique feeding behavior. It uses its snout to breathe air while partially submerged in water, allowing it to wait for fish to come close enough to snap up with its powerful jaws. The Gharial's diet consists mainly of fish, but it will also eat amphibians, reptiles, and even birds. This lithograph is a reminder of the importance of conservation efforts to protect the Gharial and other endangered species. Through collaborative efforts between governments, conservation organizations, and local communities, there is hope for the future of this remarkable creature. Let us continue to appreciate and learn from the natural world around us, while taking steps to ensure its preservation for future generations.
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