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Connochaetes taurinus, Blue wildebeest

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Connochaetes taurinus, Blue wildebeest

watercolour by William Cornwallis Harris. Entitled Catoblepas gorgon, Brindled Gnoo

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Alcelaphinae Artiodactyl Artiodactyla Bos Connochaetes Bovid Bovidae Chordate Connochaetes Epitheria Eutheria Even Toed Ungulate Harris Mammalia Placental Mammal Theria Ungulate Watercolor Wildebeest Blue Wildebeest Connochaetes Taurinus


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This exquisite watercolor painting, titled "Catoblepas gorgon, Brindled Gnoo," depicts the majestic Blue Wildebeest (Connochaetes taurinus). Painted by the renowned British natural history artist, William Cornwallis Harris, the artwork showcases the animal's distinctive features with remarkable detail and accuracy. The Blue Wildebeest is a large antelope native to Africa, belonging to the family Bovidae and the subfamily Alcelaphinae. It is an even-toed ungulate, meaning it has two toes on each foot, and is a placental mammal, which means its young develop inside the mother's womb. The Blue Wildebeest is known for its unique appearance, with its large, curved horns, blue-gray coat, and distinctive white markings on its face and rump. This painting captures the animal's powerful build and the intricate patterns on its coat. William Cornwallis Harris was a prolific artist who specialized in painting animals and birds. He was a leading figure in the field of natural history illustration during the 19th century. His works were widely published in various scientific journals and books, making him a significant contributor to the documentation and preservation of natural history. This painting, "Catoblepas gorgon, Brindled Gnoo," is a testament to Harris's skill and dedication to accurately depicting the natural world. It provides a glimpse into the past, offering us a window into the beauty and diversity of African wildlife during the late 1800s.

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