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Buru babirusa, Babyrousa babyrussa. Vulnerable
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Buru babirusa, Babyrousa babyrussa. Vulnerable
Buru babirusa, Babyrousa babyrussa. Vulnerable. (Babiroussa, Sus babirussa) Drawn by Charles Hamilton Smith, engraved by J. Scott. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Edward Griffiths The Animal Kingdom by the Baron Cuvier, London, Whittaker, 1826
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving depicts the Buru babirusa, or Babirusa babyrussa, a critically endangered species of pig native to the islands of Sulawesi and Buru in Indonesia. The babirusa, also known as the "hog-deer pig" or "deer-pig," is distinguished by its distinctive tusks that curl back over its snout, resembling the horns of a deer. The image was drawn by the renowned English artist Charles Hamilton Smith and engraved by J. Scott for Edward Griffiths' seminal work, "The Animal Kingdom" by the Baron Cuvier, published in London by Whittaker in 1826. The babirusa is a unique and fascinating creature, with a complex reproductive system and a diet primarily consisting of fruit and nuts. However, its population has been decimated due to habitat loss, hunting, and competition with domestic pigs. The babirusa's vulnerability is highlighted in this illustration, which captures its elegant form and intricate details, from its striped pattern to the delicate texture of its fur. This engraving is a testament to the beauty and importance of natural history illustration, which has played a crucial role in documenting and preserving the world's diverse wildlife. It serves as a reminder of the need to protect the babirusa and its habitat, and to appreciate the natural wonders that surround us.
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