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Mountain hare, Lepus timidus
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Mountain hare, Lepus timidus
Mountain hare, Lepus timidus, winter pelage (Lepus variabilis). Handcoloured steel engraving from Georg Friedrich Treitschkes Gallery of Natural History, Naturhistorischer Bildersaal des Thierreiches, Liepzig, 1842
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Alpine Bildersaal Friedrich Gallery Georg Hare Lepus Naturhistorischer Thierreiches Treitschke Variabilis Pelage Timidus
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This exquisitely detailed handcoloured steel engraving showcases the enchanting winter pelage of a Mountain Hare (Lepus timidus), also known as the Variable Hare or Alpine Hare. The Mountain Hare is a native of the colder regions of Europe, including the Scottish Highlands, Scandinavia, and the Alps. In this image, captured from Georg Friedrich Treitschke's Gallery of Natural History, published in Liepzig in 1842, the hare's pristine white fur is a striking contrast against the barren, wintery landscape. The Mountain Hare's unique ability to change its coat colour according to the seasons is a fascinating adaptation that helps it blend in with its surroundings. During the winter months, the hare's fur turns completely white, providing excellent camouflage against the snow. In the summer, the hare's fur changes to a brown or grey colour, allowing it to blend in with the rocks and vegetation. The Mountain Hare is a herbivore, feeding on a variety of vegetation, including grasses, leaves, and shoots. It is an agile and elusive creature, able to move quickly and quietly through its environment. The hare's size ranges from 45 to 55 cm in length and weighs between 1.5 to 3.5 kg. This beautiful engraving is a testament to the intricate detail and artistry of 19th-century natural history illustration. It provides us with a glimpse into the past, allowing us to appreciate the natural world and the wonders of adaptation that enable creatures like the Mountain Hare to thrive in their environments.
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