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Lepus townsendii, white-tailed jack rabbit
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Lepus townsendii, white-tailed jack rabbit
Lepus Townsendii (Bachman), Townsends Rocky Mountain Hare (Male and Female). Plate 3 from The Viviparous Quadrupeds of North America, Vol. 1, 1845, by John James Audubon (1785-1851) and John Bachman (1790-1874)
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1790 1874 Artiodactyl Artiodactyla Audubon Bachman Buck Cervidae Deer Epitheria Eutheria Even Toed Ungulate Geomorphology Hare John Bachman Lagomorph Lagomorpha Landform Leporidae Jackrabbit
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This stunning 19th century illustration, Plate 3 from The Viviparous Quadrupeds of North America, Vol. 1, depicts the White-tailed Jack Rabbit, Lepus townsendii, in both its male and female forms. The male, depicted on the left, is commonly known as a jackrabbit, while the female, on the right, is referred to as a doe. This illustration was created by the renowned naturalist and artist, John James Audubon (1785-1851), in collaboration with Reverend John Bachman (1790-1874). The White-tailed Jack Rabbit is a lagomorph, a type of even-toed ungulate, and is the largest North American hare. They are named for the distinctive white fur on their hindquarters, which helps to camouflage them from predators. The illustration showcases the geomorphic differences between the male and female of this species. Males have larger ears, longer hind legs, and a more robust body structure, while females have shorter ears and a more slender build. Both males and females have powerful hind legs, which enable them to make long, powerful hops. The White-tailed Jack Rabbit is native to the western United States and Canada. They are diurnal, meaning they are active during the day, unlike many other rabbit species. They are herbivores, feeding on a variety of vegetation, including grasses, leaves, and fruits. This illustration, created in the mid-1800s, is a testament to the natural history exploration and documentation of the time. It provides a valuable record of the White-tailed Jack Rabbit and its physical characteristics, which continues to be of interest to scientists and naturalists today.
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