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Common pipistrelle bat and yellow-billed oxpecker. 1824-1829 (engraving)
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Common pipistrelle bat and yellow-billed oxpecker. 1824-1829 (engraving)
7233287 Common pipistrelle bat and yellow-billed oxpecker. 1824-1829 (engraving) by Fries, Adolph (1774-1840) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Common pipistrelle bat, Pipistrellus pipistrellus, and yellow-billed oxpecker, Buphagus africanus (Buphaga africana). Pipistrelle, Pique-Boeuf. Handcoloured steel engraving by du Casse after an illustration by Adolph Fries from Felix-Edouard Guerin-Menevilles Dictionnaire Pittoresque d Histoire Naturelle (Picturesque Dictionary of Natural History), Paris, 1834-39.); © Florilegius
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This engraving from the 19th century showcases the delicate beauty of nature's creatures. The print features a Common pipistrelle bat and a yellow-billed oxpecker, both meticulously handcoloured to bring out their vibrant details. The Common pipistrelle bat, scientifically known as Pipistrellus pipistrellus, is depicted in flight with its wings gracefully spread open. Its small size and agile movements make it one of the most common bats found across Europe. Perched on the back of this tiny bat is a yellow-billed oxpecker, also known as Buphagus africanus or Buphaga africana. This bird species has an interesting symbiotic relationship with large mammals such as rhinos and buffalos, feeding on ticks and other parasites that inhabit their hides. Created by Adolph Fries and engraved by du Casse, this artwork was part of Felix-Edouard Guerin-Menevilles Dictionnaire Pittoresque d'Histoire Naturelle (Picturesque Dictionary of Natural History), published in Paris between 1834-39. The attention to detail in this engraving highlights the scientific accuracy prevalent during that era. This print not only serves as a visual delight but also offers insight into early scientific methods used for studying wildlife. It reminds us of the importance of preserving our natural world and appreciating its diverse inhabitants.
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