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Ganges crocodile, Indian Gharial, Gavialis
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Ganges crocodile, Indian Gharial, Gavialis
Ganges crocodile, Indian Gharial, Gavialis gangeticus. Critically endangered.. Handcolored copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieus Dictionnaire des Sciences Naturelles 1816-1830. Illustration by J.G. Pretre, engraved by Massard, directed by 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 exquisitely handcolored copperplate stipple engraving showcases the critically endangered Indian Gharial or Ganges Crocodile (Gavialis gangeticus), a unique and ancient species of fish-eating crocodile native to the Ganges and Brahmaputra river systems in India and Nepal. The Indian Gharial is easily recognizable by its long, narrow snout, which resembles a pipe or a tusk, and its elongated, almost serpentine body. This stunning illustration was created by the skilled hand of Jean Gabriel Pretre (1780-1845), a painter of natural history at Empress Josephine's zoo and later becoming the artist to the Museum of Natural History in Paris. The engraving was expertly executed by Massard, under the direction of Turpin, and published by F.G. Levrault. The image depicts the Indian Gharial in its natural habitat, surrounded by aquatic vegetation and fish, which are its primary food sources. The Gharial's elongated snout is used to capture fish, which it then swallows whole. Unfortunately, this magnificent creature is critically endangered, with fewer than 240 individuals remaining in the wild due to habitat loss, poaching, and other human activities. This beautiful and historically significant engraving serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving the world's rare and endangered species. It is a testament to the artistry and scientific curiosity of the past and a call to action for the future.
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