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Koala or coola, Phascolarctos cinereus
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Koala or coola, Phascolarctos cinereus
Koala or coola, Phascolarctos cinereus. Female with young. From an illustration by John Lewin. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Edward Griffiths The Animal Kingdom by the Baron Cuvier, London, Whittaker, 1824
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Baron Cinereus Cuvier Griffith Harriet Koala Lewin Phascolarctos
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving, created by the skilled hands of John Lewin, showcases a tender moment between a mother Koala, or Coola, Phascolarctos cinereus, and her young offspring. The Koala, native to eastern Australia, is a marsupial, meaning that its young develop outside the womb in a pouch carried by the mother. The Koala's distinctive features are on full display in this illustration. The mother's grayish-brown fur, which helps her blend seamlessly into her eucalyptus tree habitat, is contrasted by the soft, white fur on her chest, where her joey is securely nestled. The young Koala, with its round, wide-eyed face and tiny, clawed paws, clings tightly to its mother's fur, a testament to the strong bond between them. This illustration is taken from Edward Griffiths' The Animal Kingdom by the Baron Cuvier, published in London by Whittaker in 1824. The work is a significant contribution to the field of natural history and zoology, and this particular image offers a captivating glimpse into the life of these fascinating creatures. The intricate detail and vibrant colors in Lewin's engraving serve to highlight the beauty and uniqueness of the Koala, making it a cherished addition to any collection of natural history art.
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