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Agile gibbon, Hylobates agilis. Endangered
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Agile gibbon, Hylobates agilis. Endangered
Agile or black-handed gibbon, Hylobates agilis. Endangered. (Smaller gibbon, Simia lar minor) Drawn by Charles Hamilton Smith and engraved by M. Griffith. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Edward Griffiths The Animal Kingdom by the Baron Cuvier, London, Whittaker, 1824
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Agile Agilis Baron Cuvier Endangered Gibbon Griffith Hamilton Hylobates Minor Simia Smaller Black Handed Smith
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving depicts the Agile Gibbon, scientifically known as Hylobates agilis, a primate species native to Southeast Asia. Agile Gibbons, also referred to as Black-handed Gibbons due to their dark fur on the palms and soles, are characterized by their slender bodies, long arms, and agile movements through the forest canopy. Regrettably, this creature is currently classified as endangered by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). The primary threats to their survival include habitat loss due to deforestation, fragmentation, and hunting for the illegal pet trade and bushmeat. This illustration, drawn by the renowned English artist Charles Hamilton Smith and engraved by M. Griffith, is an exquisite example of 19th-century natural history art. It was originally published in Edward Griffith's seminal work, "The Animal Kingdom," authored by the esteemed French zoologist Georges Cuvier. The intricate details of the Agile Gibbon's anatomy, along with its lively expression, capture the essence of this remarkable primate species and serve as a poignant reminder of the importance of conservation efforts to protect it and other endangered species. The smaller Gibbon species, Simia lar minor, is also depicted in this illustration. However, it is now considered a synonym of Hylobates agilis, and the two are no longer recognized as distinct species. This print stands as a testament to the rich history of natural history illustration and the ongoing efforts to document and preserve the world's diverse biosphere.
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