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Mandrill, Mandrillus sphinx
Mandrill, Mandrillus sphinx (Rib-nose baboon, Papio mormon). Handcoloured steel engraving by W.H. Lizars after an illustration by James Stewart from Sir William Jardines Naturalists Library: Monkeys, Edinburgh, 1844
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This handcoloured steel engraving, titled "Mandrill, Mandrillus sphinx," is a stunning representation of one of the most distinctive and intriguing primates in the world. Depicted in this image is the Mandrill, also known as the Rib-nose baboon or the Drill baboon, native to the forests of Central Africa. The Mandrill is the largest baboon species, with males reaching up to 30 inches in length and weighing up to 55 pounds. The Mandrill's most notable feature is its unique and vibrant face, which is adorned with bright red and blue markings. These colors are not for show, but rather serve as a sexual signal to females during mating season. The Mandrill's face is also characterized by its prominent ridges and bumps, giving it the nickname "rib-nose baboon." This beautiful engraving was created by W.H. Lizars, with an original illustration by James Stewart, for Sir William Jardine's Naturalist's Library: Monkeys, published in Edinburgh in 1844. The intricate details and lifelike quality of the engraving are a testament to the skill and artistry of the craftsmen involved. The Mandrill is not only visually striking, but it is also an important species in its ecosystem. They are omnivores, feeding on fruits, leaves, seeds, and insects. They live in groups of up to 150 individuals, with a dominant male leading the group. Mandrills are considered to be primates, part of the order Primates, which includes apes, monkeys, and lemurs. They are also mammals, meaning they nurse their young with milk produced in their mammary glands. This image not only showcases the beauty of the Mandrill, but it also serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving these remarkable creatures and their habitats. Today, the Mandrill is listed as a species of least concern by the International Union for Conservation of Nature, but they still face threats from habitat loss and hunting for bushmeat.
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