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Hoary fox, Lycalopex vetulus
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Hoary fox, Lycalopex vetulus
Hoary fox, Lycalopex vetulus.. Handcolored engraving on steel by William Lizars from a drawing by Colonel Charles Hamilton Smith from Sir William Jardines Naturalists Library: Dogs published by W. H. Lizars, Edinburgh, 1839
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This exquisitely hand-colored engraving on steel depicts the Hoary Fox, Lycalopex vetulus, a fascinating and elusive mammal native to South America. The image was meticulously created from a drawing by Colonel Charles Hamilton Smith, under the supervision of Sir William Jardine, and published by W.H. Lizars in Edinburgh in 1839 as part of Sir William Jardine's Naturalist's Library: Dogs. The Hoary Fox, also known as the White-tipped Fox or the Patagonian Fox, is a small fox species endemic to the Patagonian region in South America. This engraving captures the animal's distinctive appearance, with its thick, hoary fur, pointed ears, and bushy tail. The Hoary Fox is an important part of the region's biosphere, playing a crucial role in the ecosystem as a predator. The Hoary Fox was first described by European naturalists in the early 19th century, and this engraving represents one of the earliest and most accurate depictions of the species. The intricate details of the fur texture, facial features, and body shape are rendered with remarkable precision, making this print a valuable historical record of the Hoary Fox and a testament to the skill of the engraver and the naturalist. The Hoary Fox is a rare and elusive creature, and sightings are infrequent, making this engraving an essential resource for those interested in the natural history of South America. The Hoary Fox continues to fascinate and inspire researchers and conservationists, and this beautiful engraving remains an enduring reminder of the natural wonders of the world.
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