Geochelone carbonaria, red-footed tortoise
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Geochelone carbonaria, red-footed tortoise
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1800 1875 Bell Carapace Chelonoidis Cryptodira Edward Lear Foot Footed Giant Tortoise Gray Hard Lear Geochelone
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This exquisite 19th century lithograph depicts the Red-footed Tortoise (Geochelone carbonaria), a native of the Galapagos Islands and the northeastern coast of South America. The intricately detailed illustration, created between 1787 and 1871, showcases the tortoise's distinctive features, including its elongated, hard shell, and the bright red coloration of its feet. The illustration is attributed to Dr. John Edward Gray, a prominent British naturalist and zoologist, and was likely produced during his tenure as the Curator of Zoology at the British Museum. The illustration was also likely collaborated on by James de Carle Sowerby, a skilled botanical and zoological illustrator, who frequently worked with Gray on various scientific projects. The Red-footed Tortoise is a member of the Cryptodira order, characterized by their retractable limbs and hidden claws. This particular species is known for its agility and ability to climb trees, making it unique among other giant tortoises. The illustration accurately captures the tortoise's anatomical features, including its large, domed carapace, and the distinctive bell-shaped plastron, or undershell, which helps protect the tortoise's vulnerable belly. The illustration also highlights the tortoise's head and neck, revealing its small, triangular-shaped head and long, curved neck, which allows it to reach high branches for food. The Red-footed Tortoise is an important species in its native habitats, and its conservation status is currently listed as vulnerable due to habitat loss and poaching for the pet trade. This beautiful illustration serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving these magnificent creatures and their natural habitats for future generations to enjoy.
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