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Crab eating raccoon, Procyon cancrivorus
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Crab eating raccoon, Procyon cancrivorus
Crab eating raccoon, black variety, Procyon cancrivorus. Handcoloured steel engraving by Lizars after an illustration by Charles Hamilton Smith from William Jardines Naturalists Library, Edinburgh, 1843
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This hand-colored steel engraving, created by Lizars after an illustration by Charles Hamilton Smith for William Jardine's Naturalists Library in Edinburgh in 1843, showcases a rare and intriguing encounter between a crab and a black crab-eating raccoon, Procyon cancrivorus. The image beautifully highlights the raccoon's agile dexterity and keen intelligence as it skillfully cracks open a crab's shell with its nimble paws. The black crab-eating raccoon, also known as the common raccoon, is native to Central and South America and is distinguished by its glossy black fur. This variety is less common than its more widely recognized brown counterpart, which is native to North America. The raccoon's diet consists mainly of crabs, mollusks, and other crustaceans, making it an expert in opening shells and extracting their meat. The meticulous detail and lifelike quality of this engraving are a testament to the exceptional craftsmanship of the time. The intricate textures of the raccoon's fur and the delicate lines of the crab's shell are brought to life through the skilled use of hand-coloring. This image offers a glimpse into the natural world of the past and showcases the unique relationship between these two fascinating creatures.
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