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Black wildebeest, Connochaetes gnou
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Black wildebeest, Connochaetes gnou
Black wildebeest or white-tailed gnu, Connochaetes gnou. Gnus in the Gardens of the Zoological Society. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from William Smellies translation of Count Georges Buffons History of the Earth and Animated Nature, Thomas Kelly, London, 1829
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This exquisite handcoloured copperplate engraving, taken from William Smellie's translation of Count Georges Buffon's "History of the Earth and Animated Nature," published by Thomas Kelly in London in 1829, showcases a majestic Black Wildebeest (Connochaetes gnou), also known as the White-tailed Gnu. The Black Wildebeest is a large antelope native to the southern parts of Africa, with distinctive white tails and black bodies. Buffon's groundbreaking work, first published in French in the late 18th century, was a comprehensive study of natural history that covered a wide range of topics, from geology and astronomy to botany and zoology. The engraving of the Black Wildebeest is a testament to the meticulous attention to detail and scientific accuracy that characterized Buffon's work. The image captures the Black Wildebeest in a serene setting, surrounded by lush greenery and flowers, suggesting that this magnificent creature was once found in gardens and other landscapes that have since been transformed by human activity. Today, the Black Wildebeest is considered a vulnerable species, with populations threatened by habitat loss, poaching, and other human activities. The engraving also features other intriguing animals native to the American continent, including a Tapir (Tapirus terrestris), which can be seen in the background. The Tapir is a large, herbivorous mammal with a distinctive elongated snout and a distinctive hump on its back. The inclusion of the Tapir in this engraving underscores the global scope of Buffon's work and the interconnectedness of natural ecosystems across different continents. This beautiful and intricately detailed engraving is a testament to the enduring legacy of Buffon's work and the importance of preserving the natural world for future generations to enjoy and study.
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