Asiatic brush-tailed porcupine, Atherurus macrourus
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Asiatic brush-tailed porcupine, Atherurus macrourus
Asiatic brush-tailed porcupine, Atherurus macrourus.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from The Naturalists Pocket Magazine, Harrison, London, 1800
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1. Title: "Asiatic Brush-tailed Porcupine: A Portrait of Atherurus macrourus from The Naturalist's Pocket Magazine" This handcolored copperplate engraving showcases the Asiatic Brush-tailed Porcupine, Atherurus macrourus, a fascinating and elusive creature native to the forests of South and Southeast Asia. The image, published in The Naturalist's Pocket Magazine in 1800, offers a rare glimpse into the natural history of this enigmatic porcupine species. The Asiatic Brush-tailed Porcupine, also known as the Long-tailed Coat-of-arms Porcupine or the Indian Brush-tailed Porcupine, is easily distinguished by its long, bushy tail, which can measure up to 30 cm (12 inches) in length. Its quills, which are longer and more slender than those of other porcupine species, are also visible in this detailed illustration. The porcupine's body is covered in short, brownish-gray fur, and its face features a distinctive white stripe that runs from its eyes to its snout. The Asiatic Brush-tailed Porcupine is an important component of the forest ecosystem, serving as both a predator and prey species. Its diet consists primarily of fruits, roots, and small invertebrates. When threatened, it can use its quills as a formidable defense mechanism, detaching them and inflicting painful wounds on predators. This exquisite handcolored copperplate engraving not only showcases the physical attributes of the Asiatic Brush-tailed Porcupine but also offers a glimpse into the rich history of zoological illustration. The Naturalist's Pocket Magazine, published in Harrison, London, was a popular publication among naturalists and collectors during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The magazine's high-quality illustrations, produced using the copperplate engraving technique, were highly sought after for their accuracy and beauty. Today, this image serves as a reminder of the fascination and curiosity that has driven the study of natural history for centuries.
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