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Burchells zebra or Damara zebra, Equus quagga burchellii
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Burchells zebra or Damara zebra, Equus quagga burchellii
Burchells zebra or Damara zebra, Equus quagga burchellii (Equus burchellii). Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere Lessons Complements de Buffon, Pourrat Freres, Paris, 1838
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Buffon Complements Equus Lesson Primevere Quagga Rene Zebra Burchellii Burchells
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This exquisitely detailed hand-colored copperplate engraving depicts a Burchell's Zebra, also known as the Damara Zebra (Equus quagga burchellii), a stunning and distinctive species of zebra native to southwestern Africa. The engraving is taken from René Primevere's "Lessons Complements de Buffon," published by Pourrat Frères in Paris in 1838. The Burchell's Zebra is easily recognizable by its unique stripe pattern, which features broad, parallel stripes that run down the length of its body. Compared to other zebra species, its stripes are more uniform in width and have fewer interruptions. This zebra's mane and legs are also striped, making it a visually striking animal. At the time this engraving was created, the Burchell's Zebra was relatively new to the scientific community. It was first described by the English explorer and naturalist William John Burchell in 1817, and this illustration likely reflects the most up-to-date knowledge of the species at the time. The Burchell's Zebra is an important species in the African ecosystem, playing a role in shaping the grasslands and savannas where they live. They are also culturally significant to the indigenous peoples of the region, who have hunted and revered them for generations. This beautiful and intricate engraving serves as a testament to the skill and artistry of the 19th-century natural history illustrators, who were dedicated to documenting the natural world in meticulous detail. It also reminds us of the importance of preserving and studying the diverse wildlife that inhabits our planet.
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