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Koala, Phascolarctos cinereus
Koala, Phascolarctos cinereus (Phascolarctos fuscus). Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere Lessons Complements de Buffon, Pourrat Freres, Paris, 1838
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Buffon Cinereus Complements Fuscus Koala Lesson Primevere Rene Phascolarctos
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This exquisitely detailed hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the distinctive features of the Koala, Phascolarctos cinereus (Phascolarctos fuscus), an iconic marsupial native to Australia. The image is taken from Rene Primevere's "Lessons Complements de Buffon," published by Pourrat Freres in Paris in 1838. The Koala, also known as the "koala bear," is not a true bear but rather a marsupial, meaning that its young develop in a pouch. The engraving accurately depicts the Koala's distinctive grayish-brown fur, round ears, and large, expressive eyes. Koalas are arboreal creatures, spending most of their lives in eucalyptus trees, where they feed on the leaves. The Koala's diet consists almost exclusively of eucalyptus leaves, which contain toxic compounds that the Koala metabolizes to produce a unique digestive enzyme. This adaptation allows the Koala to survive on a diet that would be lethal to most other animals. The Koala's population has been declining due to habitat loss, fragmentation, and other human activities. This engraving serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving the natural habitats of this unique and fascinating creature. The intricate details of the engraving, combined with the vibrant hand-coloring, make this a beautiful and educational piece of natural history. The Koala's image in this engraving is a testament to the skill and artistry of the engraver and the dedication of the naturalists of the time to documenting and preserving the natural world.
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