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Pongo pygmaeus, orang-outang
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Pongo pygmaeus, orang-outang
The muscles of the Pongo pygmaeus from Orang-Outang sive Homo Sylvestris: or, The Anatomy of a Pygmie Compared with That of a Monkey, an Ape, and a Man by Edward Tyson, 1699
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17th Century Bornean Orangutan Epitheria Eutheria Great Ape Haplorhini Hominid Hominidae Hominini Hominoid Hominoidea Homo Mammalia Monkey Muscle Orang Utan Orangutan Placental Mammal Ponginae
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This print, titled "The Muscles of the Pongo pygmaeus, or Orang-Outang," is an intriguing glimpse into the scientific exploration of the anatomy of one of nature's most fascinating creatures: the Orang-Utan, or Bornean Orangutan (Pongo pygmaeus). The image is taken from Edward Tyson's seminal work, "Orang-Outang sive Homo Sylvestris: or, The Anatomy of a Pygmie Compared with That of a Monkey, an Ape, and a Man," published in 1699. Tyson, an English physician and anatomist, was a pioneer in the study of primates and hominids, and this work represents one of the earliest comprehensive examinations of the Orang-Utan's anatomy. The Orang-Utan, a great ape native to the rainforests of Borneo and Sumatra, is a member of the Hominidae family, which also includes humans, chimpanzees, and gorillas. This image showcases the muscular structure of the Orang-Utan's powerful upper body, which is essential for its arboreal lifestyle. The Orang-Utan is a placental mammal, belonging to the order Primates, the infraorder Haplorhini, and the superfamily Hominoidea. Its scientific name, Pongo pygmaeus, translates to 'wild man of the forest' in Latin. Tyson's meticulous illustration provides an invaluable record of the Orang-Utan's anatomy, shedding light on the similarities and differences between the anatomy of this primate and that of a monkey, an ape, and a man. This work was a significant contribution to the scientific understanding of primate anatomy and hominid evolution, paving the way for further research and exploration into the fascinating world of our closest living relatives in the animal kingdom.
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