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African civet, Civettictis civetta
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African civet, Civettictis civetta
African civet, Civettictis civetta (Civet, Viverra civetta). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by James Basire from Edward Griffiths The Animal Kingdom by the Baron Cuvier, London, Whittaker, 1825
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This stunning handcoloured copperplate engraving depicts the African civet, Civettictis civetta, also known as the African civet or the common civet. The African civet is a medium-sized mammal native to Africa, belonging to the family Viverridae, which also includes the genets, linsang, and the fishing cat. The African civet is characterized by its distinctive markings, with a yellowish-brown coat covered in black spots, and a white patch on its chest. Its face is marked with black stripes, and it has a long, bushy tail. The African civet is an omnivorous animal, feeding on fruits, insects, rodents, and small reptiles. It is also known for its strong, musky odor, which is used in the production of civet musk, a valuable ingredient in perfumes and fragrances. This beautiful engraving is from Edward Griffiths' "The Animal Kingdom" by the Baron Cuvier, published in London by Whittaker in 1825. The work was illustrated with handcoloured copperplate engravings by James Basire, a renowned English engraver of the time. The African civet was one of over 1,200 animal species depicted in the work, which was a significant contribution to the field of natural history and zoology during the 19th century.
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