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Rhinoceros hornbill, Buceros rhinoceros, near threatened
Rhinoceros hornbill, Buceros rhinoceros, near threatened.. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Dumont de Sainte-Croixs Dictionary of Natural Science: Ornithology, Paris, France, 1816-1830. Illustration by J. G. Pretre, engraved by Massard, directed by Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin, and published by F.G. Levrault. Jean Gabriel Pretre (1780-1845) was painter of natural history at Empress Josephines zoo and later became artist to the Museum of Natural History
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This handcolored copperplate stipple engraving depicts the majestic Rhinoceros Hornbill (Buceros rhinoceros), a near-threatened species of hornbill native to the forests of Southeast Asia. The intricately detailed illustration, created by Jean Gabriel Pretre (1780-1845) and engraved by Massard under the direction of Pierre Jean-Francois Turpin, was published by F.G. Levrault as part of Dumont de Sainte-Croix's Dictionary of Natural Science: Ornithology between 1816 and 1830. Pretre was a painter of natural history at Empress Josephine's zoo in Paris before becoming the artist to the Museum of Natural History. His meticulous work captures the distinctive features of the Rhinoceros Hornbill, including its large, helmet-like casque and long, downward-curving beak. The bird's feathers are brilliantly rendered in shades of brown, black, and white, highlighting the intricate patterns and textures of its plumage. The Rhinoceros Hornbill is a large, powerful bird, with males reaching up to 1.2 meters in length and weighing up to 7 kilograms. They are found in the forests of Southeast Asia, from India to Borneo and Sumatra. These birds play an important role in their ecosystems as seed dispersers, and their large casques are used to break open hard fruit and nuts. Unfortunately, the Rhinoceros Hornbill faces numerous threats, including habitat loss, poaching for its valuable casque, and collisions with power lines. Conservation efforts are underway to protect this magnificent bird and preserve its habitat. This beautiful and historic illustration serves as a reminder of the importance of protecting the world's natural wonders for future generations to enjoy.
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