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Red acouchi, Myoprocta acouchy, and lowland
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Red acouchi, Myoprocta acouchy, and lowland
Red acouchi, Myoprocta acouchy, and lowland or spotted paca, Cuniculus paca. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after Sydenham Edwards from John Mason Goods Pantologia, a New Encyclopedia, G. Kearsley, London, 1813
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Cavy Cuniculus Edwards Encyclopedia Good Kearsley Lowland Mason Pantologia Rodent Spotted Sydenham Paca
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This hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases two fascinating South American rodents: the Red Acouchi (Myoprocta acouchy) and the Lowland Paca, also known as the Spotted Paca (Cuniculus paca). The image, derived from a drawing by Sydenham Edwards, was published in John Mason Good's Pantologia, a New Encyclopedia, in 1813. The Red Acouchi, native to the Amazon Basin, is a medium-sized rodent with a reddish-brown coat and a distinctive white stripe down its back. Its elongated snout and slender body are well-suited for its semi-aquatic lifestyle. Acouchis are omnivorous, feeding on fruits, nuts, seeds, and occasionally insects and small vertebrates. They are social animals that live in groups and communicate through a series of vocalizations and body language. The Lowland Paca, on the other hand, is a larger rodent with a grayish-brown coat covered in black spots. They are also semi-aquatic and are often found near water sources. Pacas are herbivores, feeding primarily on fruits, vegetables, and bark. They are social animals that live in monogamous pairs and have a strong bond with their mate. Both species are important components of their respective ecosystems and play a role in seed dispersal and nutrient cycling. The intricate detail and vibrant colors of this engraving serve to highlight the unique features of these remarkable animals and showcase the artistry of the time.
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