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Yapok or water opossum, Chironectes minimus
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Yapok or water opossum, Chironectes minimus
Yapok or water opossum, Chironectes minimus (yapock or palmated opossum, Chironectes palmata). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Thomas Landseer after an illustration by Charles Hamilton Smith from Edward Griffiths The Animal Kingdom by the Baron Cuvier, London, Whittaker, 1825
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Baron Cuvier Griffith Hamilton Landseer Minimus Opossum Palmata Smith
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This exquisitely detailed hand-colored copperplate engraving depicts the Yapok, or water opossum, Chironectes minimus, also known as Chironectes palmatus or the palmated opossum. The image is based on an illustration by Charles Hamilton Smith and was engraved by Thomas Landseer for Edward Griffiths' seminal work, "The Animal Kingdom" by the Baron Cuvier, published in London by Whittaker in 1825. The Yapok is a unique and fascinating creature native to South America. It is a semi-aquatic marsupial, with webbed feet and a waterproof coat that allows it to swim and dive with ease. This opossum is well-adapted to its aquatic environment, with a flat, broad tail that acts as a rudder, and the ability to hold its breath for up to five minutes. The Yapok is a nocturnal animal and is omnivorous, feeding on fruits, vegetables, fish, and small invertebrates. It is also known to be an excellent climber, using its prehensile tail to navigate through trees and branches. This beautiful engraving captures the Yapok's distinctive features, including its pointed snout, beady eyes, and the distinctive palmated pads on its feet. The intricate details of the fur texture and the water droplets on its body add to the lifelike quality of the image. This engraving is a testament to the skill and artistry of the engraver and the illustrator, as well as the scientific accuracy of the work. It is a valuable addition to any collection of natural history or zoology, and a reminder of the rich diversity of the natural world.
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