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Moor macaque, Macaca maura, albino?
Moor macaque, Macaca maura (Macacus maimon brachyurus). White maimon, believed to be an albino juvenile. Handcoloured steel engraving by Lizars after an illustration by Charles Hamilton Smith from William Jardines Naturalists Library, Edinburgh, 1843
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Albino Brachyurus Hamilton Jardine Juvenile Lizars Macaca Macaque Maura Moor Naturalists Primate Smith
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1. Title: "An Albino Juvenile Moor Macaque: A Rare Sight in the Wild" This print depicts a rare and enchanting sight in the natural world - an albino juvenile Moor Macaque, scientifically known as Macaca maura or Macacus maimon brachyurus. The image, hand-colored in intricate detail, is an exquisite steel engraving by Lizars after an illustration by Charles Hamilton Smith, created for William Jardine's Naturalists Library in Edinburgh in 1843. Moor Macaques, also known as the Maimonas or Rhesus Macaques, are Old World monkeys native to the Indian subcontinent. They are known for their distinctive dark, almost black, fur, making the appearance of an albino individual a rare and fascinating anomaly. Albino animals lack pigmentation in their skin, eyes, and hair, resulting in a striking white appearance. The young Moor Macaque in this print is believed to be an albino juvenile due to its unique coloration. The meticulous hand-coloring brings out the delicate features of the monkey, from its expressive face to the fine details of its fur. The engraving process, which involves etching lines into a metal plate and then inking and printing the image, adds a level of depth and texture that makes this print a true work of art. This print is not only a beautiful representation of a rare and intriguing animal but also a testament to the skill and artistry of the illustrators and engravers of the time. It serves as a reminder of the natural world's endless capacity to surprise and delight us with its unique and captivating creatures.
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