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White-headed capuchin monkey, Cebus capucinus
White-headed capuchin monkey, Cebus capucinus. Simia capucina Linn. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Hermann Jakob Tyroff from Johann Christian Daniel Schrebers Animal Illustrations after Nature, or Schrebers Fantastic Animals, Erlangen, Germany, 1775
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Capuchin Cebus Daniel Hermann Illustrations Jakob Johann Linn Monkey Primate Schreber Simia Tyroff White Headed Zoological Capucinus
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1. Title: White-headed Capuchin Monkey: A 18th Century Zoological Illustration This print depicts a White-headed Capuchin Monkey (Cebus capucinus), a primate species native to Central and South America. The monkey is shown in a lifelike pose, with its white head and face contrasting sharply against its dark fur. The intricate detail and vibrant colors in this hand-colored copperplate engraving by Hermann Jakob Tyroff were inspired by nature, as part of the renowned "Animal Illustrations after Nature" series by Johann Christian Daniel Schreber. The White-headed Capuchin Monkey, also known as the White-faced Capuchin or simply Capuchin Monkey, is a New World monkey and a member of the Cebidae family. They are named for their distinctive white facial markings and their resemblance to the Capuchin friars of the Roman Catholic Church, with their hooded appearance. These agile and intelligent primates are omnivorous, feeding on fruits, nuts, seeds, insects, and small vertebrates. This 18th-century zoological illustration serves as a testament to the fascination and curiosity that humans have held for the natural world throughout history. The meticulous craftsmanship and dedication to accuracy in the creation of this engraving demonstrate the importance of documenting and preserving the wonders of nature for future generations. The White-headed Capuchin Monkey remains an iconic symbol of the diverse and fascinating array of species that inhabit our planet.
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