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Marsh deer or guazu pucu, Blastocerus dichotomus. Vulnerable
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Marsh deer or guazu pucu, Blastocerus dichotomus. Vulnerable
Marsh deer or guazu pucu, Blastocerus dichotomus (Guazupuco deer, Cervus paludosus). Vulnerable. Handcoloured engraving by Thomas Landseer after an illustration drawn from life by Charles Hamilton Smith from Edward Griffiths The Animal Kingdom by the Baron Cuvier, London, Whittaker, 1827
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This exquisitely hand-colored engraving depicts the Marsh Deer, scientifically known as Blastocerus dichotomus, also referred to as the Guazu Pucu or Guazupuco Deer. This vulnerable species of ruminant is native to the grasslands and marshes of South America, primarily found in Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay. The Marsh Deer is easily identified by its distinctive elongated snout, which is adapted for foraging in marshy environments. The engraving is based on an illustration drawn from life by the renowned English natural history artist, Charles Hamilton Smith. Smith's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the intricate rendering of the Marsh Deer's coat, which is covered in short, dense fur that ranges in color from reddish-brown to yellowish-gray. The deer's ears are large and rounded, and its eyes are expressive and alert. This engraving was created by Thomas Landseer, a skilled engraver who worked under the guidance of Sir Edwin Landseer, the famous British artist. The engraving is from Edward Griffiths' The Animal Kingdom, a comprehensive natural history work edited by the renowned French zoologist, Baron Georges Cuvier. The publication of The Animal Kingdom marked a significant contribution to the scientific understanding of the natural world during the early 19th century. The Marsh Deer is currently listed as vulnerable by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) due to habitat loss and fragmentation, hunting, and disease. Efforts are being made to protect this unique and beautiful species, including the establishment of protected areas and the promotion of sustainable hunting practices. This engraving serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving the natural world and appreciating the beauty and diversity of its inhabitants.
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