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Bison bison, American bison
Plate 123 (414) Le Bison d Amerique from Histoire Naturelle des Mammifcres, avec des figures originales, Vol. 1, 1819-42, by Etienne Geoffroy Saint-Hilaire & Baron Georges L. C. Frederic D. Cuvier
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1769 1 18th Century Artiodactyl Artiodactyla Bison Bovid Bovidae Bovinae Bovine Buffalo Cuvier Epitheria Etienne Eutheria Even Toed Ungulate Geoffroy Saint Hilaire American Bison Bison Bison
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This stunning lithograph depicts the American Bison, or Buffalo (Bison bison), in its natural habitat. The image is taken from Plate 123 (414) of "Histoire Naturelle des Mammifères, avec des figures originales," a comprehensive work on mammals by the renowned French naturalists Étienne Geoffroy Saint-Hilaire and Baron Georges Léopold Chretien Frederic Dagobert Cuvier. Published between 1819 and 1842, this illustration showcases the impressive size and power of the American bison, an even-toed ungulate and the largest mammal in North America at the time. The American bison, also known as the American buffalo, is a member of the Bovidae family, which is part of the larger order Artiodactyla. This large herbivore is native to North America and was once abundant on the Great Plains. The bison's thick, shaggy coat protected it from the harsh climate, while its large hump provided extra insulation and energy during the winter months. This lithograph captures the bison's powerful build, with its massive head and curved horns. The animal is depicted grazing, showcasing its large, hooved feet, which are well-suited for traversing the rough terrain of the Great Plains. The intricate details of the fur, muscles, and veins are expertly rendered, making this a beautiful and accurate representation of the American bison. The work of Étienne Geoffroy Saint-Hilaire and Baron Georges Léopold Chretien Frederic Dagobert Cuvier is considered a seminal contribution to the field of natural history. Their meticulous observations and detailed illustrations helped advance scientific understanding of the natural world, and this image of the American bison remains a testament to their legacy.
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