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Hares and hooded rabbit, Oryctolagus cuniculus
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Hares and hooded rabbit, Oryctolagus cuniculus
Hares and hooded rabbit, Oryctolagus cuniculus, Lepus capensis, Lepus timidus.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Ebenezer Siblys Universal System of Natural History, 1794. The prolific Sibly published his Universal System of Natural History in 1794-1796 in five volumes covering the three natural worlds of fauna, flora and geology
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Alpine Calling Capensis Cuniculus Ebenezer Hare Hooded Lepus Oryctolagus Pass Rabbit Sibly System Universal Varying Timidus
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This exquisite handcolored copperplate engraving is a captivating representation of two different species of the European rabbit family, Oryctolagus cuniculus, showcased together in Ebenezer Sibly's Universal System of Natural History published in 1794-1796. The image features a hare (Lepus capensis) in the foreground, its ears alert and body poised for a leap, while a hooded rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus var. hispanus, now known as Lepus timidus) peeks out from behind, its distinctive hood providing a striking contrast to the hare's sleek fur. The hare, a larger and more agile relative of the rabbit, is depicted in its typical brownish-grey coat, with long ears and powerful hind legs. The hooded rabbit, also known as the Iberian rabbit or the European rabbit with a cape, is distinguished by its white underbelly, black-tipped ears, and the dark patch on its back, which resembles a hood when the rabbit is alarmed or startled. Sibly, a prolific naturalist and publisher, produced this illustration as part of his comprehensive work on the natural world, which covered fauna, flora, and geology. The intricate details of the engraving, from the individual hairs on the animals' coats to the textured background, are a testament to the skill of the engraver and the dedication of Sibly and his team to accurately documenting the natural world. This historical illustration offers a fascinating glimpse into the natural history of the European rabbit family and the meticulous methods used to record and represent it during the late 18th century.
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