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White-lipped peccary, Tayassu pecari
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White-lipped peccary, Tayassu pecari
White-lipped peccary, Tayassu pecari (Dycoteles labiatus). Handcoloured lithograph from Georg Friedrich Treitschkes Gallery of Natural History, Naturhistorischer Bildersaal des Thierreiches, Liepzig, 1840
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Bildersaal Friedrich Gallery Georg Naturhistorischer Peccary Thierreiches Treitschke Pecari Tayassu White Lipped
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1. Title: White-lipped Peccary (Tayassu pecari), also known as the White-lipped Hog or White-lipped Pig, is a wild pig species native to Central and South America. This image is a hand-colored lithograph from the Naturhistorischer Bildersaal des Thierreiches, or Natural History Picture Gallery, of Georg Friedrich Treitschke's Gallery of Natural History in Leipzig, Germany. The print, created in 1840, showcases the White-lipped Peccary in its natural habitat. 2. Description: The White-lipped Peccary is a medium-sized, social mammal with a distinctive white stripe of fur running along its snout and upper lip. They have a barrel-shaped body, short legs, and a long, pointed snout. Their coat is typically grayish-brown, with black stripes on their back and white spots on their sides. This species is omnivorous, feeding on a variety of vegetation, fruits, and invertebrates. 3. Habitat: White-lipped Peccaries inhabit the forests, grasslands, and savannas of Central and South America, from Mexico to Brazil. They are social animals that live in groups of up to 20 individuals, with a dominant male leading the group. 4. Conservation: White-lipped Peccaries are currently listed as Least Concern by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). However, their populations are declining due to habitat loss and fragmentation, as well as hunting for their meat and hides. Conservation efforts are underway to protect their habitats and promote sustainable hunting practices. 5. Historical Significance: This hand-colored lithograph is an important historical record of the White-lipped Peccary and the natural history of the Americas during the 19th century. It reflects the scientific curiosity and exploration of the natural world during this time, as well as the advancements in printmaking techniques. The image also highlights the beauty and diversity of the White-lipped Peccary and the importance of preserving its habitat for future generations.
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