Mouse Mat : Ursiform sloth, ursine bradypus or sloth bear
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Ursiform sloth, ursine bradypus or sloth bear
Ursiform sloth, ursine bradypus or sloth bear, Melursus ursinus.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, 1800
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Media ID 14219051
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Bear Bradypus Frederick Miscellany Naturalist Nodder Polydore Shaw Sloth Ursine Ursinus Catton Melursus
Mouse Pad
Bring some life into your office, or create a heartfelt gift, with a personalised deluxe Mouse Mat. Made of high-density black foam with a tough, stain-resistant inter-woven cloth cover they will brighten up any home or corporate office.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Product Size is 24.2cm x 19.7cm (9.5" x 7.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This handcolored copperplate engraving depicts the Ursiform Sloth, also known as the Sloth Bear or Ursine Bradypus (Melursus ursinus), a unique and intriguing mammal native to the forests of Southern Asia. The engraving, taken from George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's "The Naturalist's Miscellany" published in 1800, showcases the bear's distinctive features, including its long, curved claws, which it uses to hook branches and leaves for food, and its shaggy, mottled coat. The Ursiform Sloth Bear is not actually related to true sloths, but shares its name due to its slow and deliberate movements. This bear is an omnivore, feeding on a variety of vegetation, fruits, and insects. Its long snout and keen sense of smell help it locate food in the dense forest undergrowth. The Ursiform Sloth Bear is a solitary animal, with males and females only coming together during mating season. They are also known to be territorial, marking their territory with urine and scent glands. This engraving provides a fascinating glimpse into the natural history of this elusive and intriguing creature, and serves as a reminder of the rich biodiversity that exists in the forests of Southern Asia.
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