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Lesser false vampire bat, Megaderma spasma
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Lesser false vampire bat, Megaderma spasma
Lesser false vampire bat, Megaderma spasma. Vespertilio spasma Linn. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Hermann Jakob Tyroff from Johann Christian Daniel Schrebers Animal Illustrations after Nature, or Schrebers Fantastic Animals, Erlangen, Germany, 1775
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This exquisitely detailed hand-colored copperplate engraving depicts the Lesser False Vampire Bat, Megaderma spasma, a fascinating and enigmatic creature of the night. The bat, with its wings spread wide, is shown perched on a gnarled tree branch, its elongated snout and sharp teeth giving it an eerie resemblance to a small dragon or a vampire. The Lesser False Vampire Bat, also known as Schreber's Bat, is a species of Old World megabat native to Africa and southern Europe. Contrary to its name, this bat does not feed on blood but rather subsists on fruit, nectar, and insects. The misconception of blood-sucking likely arose due to the presence of large, leaf-shaped flaps of skin under its wings, which it uses to cling to tree trunks and ceilings. This image is a masterpiece from the 18th century, created by Hermann Jakob Tyroff from Johann Christian Daniel Schreber's "Animal Illustrations after Nature," published in Erlangen, Germany, in 1775. Schreber's work was a groundbreaking contribution to zoological illustration, showcasing a meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy. The hand-coloring adds a vibrant and lifelike quality to the engraving, making it a stunning addition to any collection of natural history or zoology. The Lesser False Vampire Bat remains an intriguing subject for researchers and naturalists alike, and this beautiful engraving serves as a testament to the enduring fascination that these mysterious creatures hold for us.
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