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South American tapir
South American tapir, Tapirus terrestris 2. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuchs Bilderbuch fur Kinder (Picture Book for Children), Weimar, 1792
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Americanus Bertuch Bilderbuch Educational Encyclopedia Friedrich Johann Kinder Tapir Tapirus Terrestris
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the South American Tapir (Tapirus terrestris), a large, herbivorous mammal native to the forests and grasslands of Central and South America. The tapir's distinctive appearance includes a bulbous snout, powerful limbs, and a body covered in dark, rough skin. This engraving is taken from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's Bilderbuch fur Kinder (Picture Book for Children), published in Weimar in 1792. The image is a testament to the encyclopedic knowledge and educational spirit of the time, as natural history was a popular subject for children's books. The tapir was an important symbol of the natural world, and its inclusion in such a publication would have helped to instill a sense of wonder and curiosity in young minds. The intricate details of the tapir's anatomy, as well as its lush, tropical environment, are beautifully rendered in this engraving, making it a valuable historical and artistic artifact. The South American Tapir continues to be an iconic species, and its image remains a reminder of the rich biodiversity of the Americas and the importance of preserving and protecting endangered species for future generations.
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