Cheetah or hunting leopard, Acinonyx jubatus
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Cheetah or hunting leopard, Acinonyx jubatus
Cheetah or hunting leopard, Acinonyx jubatus.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from The Naturalists Pocket Magazine, Harrison, London, 1800
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This stunning handcolored copperplate engraving, taken from The Naturalist's Pocket Magazine published in Harrison, London, in the year 1800, showcases the grace and power of the Cheetah or Acinonyx jubatus in its natural habitat. The Cheetah is the fastest land animal on Earth, capable of reaching speeds up to 60-70 miles per hour in short bursts covering distances up to 1,000 feet. This agile predator is a master of stealth and speed, using its exceptional vision and hearing to locate prey before launching a lightning-fast chase. The image captures the Cheetah in the act of hunting, its powerful muscles tensed and ready to pounce. Its spotted coat, a unique pattern of black spots on a tawny background, provides excellent camouflage in the savannah grasslands. The Cheetah's slender build and long, flexible spine allow it to maneuver with ease in the rugged terrain, making it an apex predator in its environment. The Cheetah is a vulnerable species, with populations declining due to habitat loss, fragmentation, and human-wildlife conflict. The IUCN Red List classifies the Cheetah as Vulnerable, with an estimated population of around 7,100 individuals in the wild. Conservation efforts are underway to protect this magnificent creature and its habitat, ensuring that future generations can marvel at the beauty and power of the Cheetah as depicted in this historic illustration.
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