Short-tailed chinchilla, Chinchilla chinchilla
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Short-tailed chinchilla, Chinchilla chinchilla
Short-tailed chinchilla, Chinchilla chinchilla. Critically endangered.. Handcolored engraving on steel by William Lizars after an illustration by Colonel Charles Hamilton Smith from Sir William Jardines Naturalists Library: Mammals, Edinburgh, 1834
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Chinchilla Colonel Critically Endangered Hamilton Jardine Lizars Naturalist Tailed Short Smith
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This exquisite handcolored engraving on steel depicts the Short-tailed Chinchilla, Chinchilla chinchilla, a critically endangered mammal native to the Andes Mountains in South America. The Short-tailed Chinchilla, also known as the Andean Mountain Chinchilla, is a small, agile rodent with a dense, soft, and silky coat, which is prized for its luxurious fur. In this beautiful illustration, the Chinchilla is depicted sitting on a rocky outcrop, its short, bushy tail curled around its body for warmth. This engraving is from Sir William Jardine's Naturalist's Library: Mammals, published in Edinburgh in 1834. The illustration was produced by the renowned Scottish artist, Colonel Charles Hamilton Smith, and the engraving was executed by William Lizars. The intricate details of the Chinchilla's fur and its expressive features are beautifully captured in this historical artwork. The Short-tailed Chinchilla was once widespread in the Andes, but due to habitat loss, hunting for its valuable fur, and competition with the longer-tailed Chinchilla, its population has declined dramatically. Today, it is considered critically endangered, with an estimated population of fewer than 2,500 individuals. Conservation efforts are underway to protect this precious species and its habitat, and initiatives such as sustainable fur farming are being explored as a way to reduce the demand for wild Chinchilla fur. This historical artwork not only showcases the beauty of the Short-tailed Chinchilla but also highlights the importance of preserving endangered species and their habitats for future generations to enjoy. The intricate details of the engraving, the rich colors of the handcoloring, and the historical significance of the work make it a valuable addition to any collection of natural history art or conservation-themed art.
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