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Indigo plant and indri
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Indigo plant and indri
Indigo plant, Indigofera atropurpurea 1-3, and indri or babakoto, Indri indri, critically endangered lemur 4. Indigotier, indri. Handcoloured steel engraving by Pedretti after an illustration by A. Carie Baron from Felix-Edouard Guerin-Menevilles Dictionnaire Pittoresque d Histoire Naturelle (Picturesque Dictionary of Natural History), Paris, 1834-39
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Atropurpurea Baron Carie Critically Dhistoire Dictionary Dictionnaire Endangered Felix Edouard Guerin Meneville Indigo Indigofera Lemur Naturelle Pedretti Pittoresque Babakoto Indri
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This exquisite hand-colored steel engraving, titled "Indigotier et Indri" or "Indigo Tree and Indri," is a beautiful representation of the indigo plant, Indigofera atropurpurea (1-3), and the critically endangered Indri indri, also known as the babakoto lemur (4). The image, created by the skilled hands of A. Carie Baron and masterfully engraved by Pedretti, is taken from Felix-Edouard Guerin-Meneville's Dictionnaire Pittoresque d'Histoire Naturelle (Picturesque Dictionary of Natural History), published in Paris between 1834 and 1839. The indigo plant, native to tropical regions of Africa and Asia, is renowned for its ability to produce a deep blue dye, which was historically used for textile production. The plant's leaves are shown in the illustration, with their characteristic purple hue. The Indri lemur, native to Madagascar, is depicted gracefully perched on one of the indigo plants. With its distinctive white fur, bushy tail, and large, expressive eyes, the Indri is a captivating sight. The Indri is a critically endangered species, with populations estimated to number only around 1,000 individuals. The primary threats to their survival include habitat loss, hunting, and fragmentation of their forest habitats. The preservation of their natural habitats and the promotion of sustainable practices are essential for the conservation of this magnificent primate and the rich biodiversity of Madagascar. This stunning engraving not only serves as a testament to the artistic talent of the time but also highlights the importance of preserving the natural world and the unique creatures that inhabit it.
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