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White-tailed deer, Odocoileus virginianus
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White-tailed deer, Odocoileus virginianus
White-tailed deer, Odocoileus virginianus cariacou (Cariacou deer, Cervus nemoralis). Handcoloured engraving by Thomas Landseer after an illustration from the life by Charles Hamilton Smith from Edward Griffiths The Animal Kingdom by the Baron Cuvier, London, Whittaker, 1827
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This exquisite hand-colored engraving, created by Thomas Landseer after an illustration from the life by Charles Hamilton Smith, showcases the striking beauty of two distinct subspecies of White-tailed Deer: Odocoileus virginianus, native to North America, and Odocoileus virginianus cariacou, also known as the Cariacou deer or the Bahamian White-tailed Deer, native to the Caribbean island of Grenada. The male White-tailed Deer, depicted on the left, boasts a majestic stature with its large, powerful body and impressive antlers. The antlers, which are shed and regrown annually, are a hallmark of male deer and serve as symbols of dominance and strength. The female White-tailed Deer, on the right, is more modestly proportioned, with a slender body and smaller antlers, if any. This engraving is taken from Edward Griffiths' publication of The Animal Kingdom by the Baron Cuvier, published in London by Whittaker in 1827. The work was a significant contribution to the field of natural history and zoology during the 19th century. The meticulous attention to detail in this engraving is a testament to the artists' skill and the importance placed on accurate representation in scientific illustration during this time. White-tailed Deer are ruminant herbivores, meaning they chew their cud and have a four-chambered stomach for efficient digestion. They are found throughout North America and are an important species in many ecosystems, serving as both prey for larger predators and contributors to the food web through their herbivorous diet. The Cariacou deer, on the other hand, are a critically endangered subspecies, with populations estimated at only a few hundred individuals. Conservation efforts are ongoing to protect and preserve this unique and beautiful creature.
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