02275cam a22003373u 4500 71126 UtSlPG 20260610134638.0 m cr n 260607r20231912utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 15019613 UtSlPG en iso639-1 QL Lydekker, Richard, 1849-1915 Animal portraiture Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2023 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2023-07-05 Alan, Aaron Adrignola and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) "Animal Portraiture" by Richard Lydekker is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This work features a collection of exquisite animal illustrations by Wilhelm Kuhnert, accompanied by original articles that delve into various species' characteristics and habitats. The aim of the book is to combine art with zoological insight, capturing the essence of the animals depicted. The opening of "Animal Portraiture" introduces the majestic lion, providing a detailed description of its physical attributes, habitat, and behavior. Lydekker explains the significance of the lion’s mane and its role in the animal's dominance and appeal. The text discusses the lion's historical range, emphasizing its connection to Africa while also noting its existence in parts of Asia. This section not only showcases the lion's status as a powerful predator but also touches on its interactions with prey and other species, setting the stage for a broader exploration of animal life found within the detailed studies that follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: United Kingdom: Frederick Warne & Co., 1912 Animals -- Pictorial works Kuhnert, Wilhelm, 1865-1926 https://archive.org/details/Animalportraitu00Lyde https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/71126 111852 111852