Bison bonasus, European bison
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Bison bonasus, European bison
Illustration from Gleanings of Natural History (1758-74) by George Edwards (1694-1773)
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18th Century Artiodactyl Artiodactyla Bison Bos Taurus Bovid Bovidae Bovinae Bovine Buffalo Cattle Domestic Cattle Edwards Epitheria Eutheria Even Toed Ungulate George Edwards Gleanings Heavy Bison Bonasus European Bison
EDITORS COMMENTS
This illustration is an exquisite representation of the European bison, or Wisent (Bison bonasus), as depicted in George Edwards' renowned work, "Gleanings of Natural History" published between 1758 and 1774. Edwards, a celebrated English naturalist and artist, meticulously documented various species of animals during the 18th century. The European bison, a heavy and powerful bovid, is one of the largest even-toed ungulates in Europe, closely related to the American bison (Bos bison) and domestic cattle (Bos taurus). This majestic creature, with its massive body and distinctive hump, was once widespread across Europe but was driven to the brink of extinction due to hunting and habitat loss. The European bison is a member of the Artiodactyla order, which includes cattle, antelopes, and pigs, and the Bovidae family, which includes goats, sheep, and antelopes. This bovid is an essential part of the Eutheria, a taxonomic group that includes mammals, and the Bovinae subfamily, which includes cattle and buffalo. This engraving, created during the 18th century, is a testament to Edwards' exceptional artistic skills and his dedication to documenting the natural world. The European bison, with its impressive size and strength, is a symbol of the rich biodiversity that exists within the animal kingdom. Today, conservation efforts have helped to protect and preserve this magnificent creature, ensuring its survival for future generations to appreciate and admire.
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