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Giant armadillo, Priodontes maximus
Giant armadillo, Priodontes maximus (Dasypus giganteus). Vulnerable. Illustration by James Basire, engraved by T. Bradley. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Edward Griffiths The Animal Kingdom by the Baron Cuvier, London, Whittaker, 1825
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This stunning hand-colored copperplate engraving depicts the Giant Armadillo, Priodontes maximus, also known as Dasypus giganteus. The image, created by the skilled hands of James Basire and T. Bradley, is an exquisite representation of this elusive and vulnerable creature. The Giant Armadillo is the largest armadillo species in the world, native to the forests of Central and South America. With a length of up to 1.5 meters (5 feet) and a weight of up to 14 kilograms (30 pounds), this armadillo is a formidable presence in the animal kingdom. Its powerful claws, which are used for digging burrows and defense, are particularly noteworthy. Despite its impressive size, the Giant Armadillo is a threatened species, classified as vulnerable by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). Its population is declining due to habitat loss, fragmentation, and hunting for its meat and armor. This beautiful engraving, taken from Edward Griffiths' The Animal Kingdom by the Baron Cuvier, published in London by Whittaker in 1825, is a testament to the natural history and zoological knowledge of the time. It serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving the world's unique and fascinating creatures, such as the Giant Armadillo, for future generations to appreciate and study.
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