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Potorous tridactylus gilbertii, Gilberts potoroo
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Potorous tridactylus gilbertii, Gilberts potoroo
Marsupial. Drawing 89 by Thomas Watling (1762 -c. 1814), from the Thomas Watling Drawings Collection, 1788-c. 1797, held at the Natural History Museum
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18th Century Australasia Australian Diprotodontia Endangered First Gilbert Jackson Macropodiformes Mammalia Marsupial Marsupialia Metatheria Painter Fleet Potoroidae Potoroo
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This exquisite 18th century drawing depicts the endangered Gilberts Potoroo, or Hypsiprymnus gilberti, a small marsupial native to eastern Australia. The Potoroo is a member of the Potoroidae family, which is part of the larger order Diprotodontia, and the class Metatheria, or marsupials. This particular species was first described by the naturalist John Jackson in 1837, and is named after the explorer Sir George Gilbert, who discovered the type specimen in 1802. The drawing is by Thomas Watling (1762-c. 1814), an English artist who is known for his detailed and accurate illustrations of Australian fauna. Watling created this work between 1788 and 1797, during a time when European exploration and documentation of the Australian continent was just beginning. The Gilberts Potoroo is a nocturnal, solitary animal that inhabits forests and woodlands. It has a stocky body, short limbs, and a long, pointed snout. Its fur is reddish-brown in color, with a white underbelly. The Potoroo is an omnivore, feeding on a variety of vegetation, fungi, and invertebrates. Unfortunately, the Gilberts Potoroo is currently listed as endangered, with populations declining due to habitat loss and fragmentation, predation by introduced species, and disease. Conservation efforts are underway to protect this unique and fascinating marsupial, including habitat restoration and the establishment of protected areas. This beautiful drawing by Thomas Watling serves as a reminder of the rich biodiversity of Australia and the importance of preserving it for future generations. The Natural History Museum's Thomas Watling Drawings Collection is a valuable resource for scientists, historians, and anyone interested in the natural history of Australia and the world.
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