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Engraving depicting an Orangutan killed by hunters in Sumatra, 19th century
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Engraving depicting an Orangutan killed by hunters in Sumatra, 19th century
5309301 Engraving depicting an Orangutan killed by hunters in Sumatra, 19th century; (add.info.: Engraving depicting an Orangutan killed by hunters in Sumatra. Dated 19th century
01/02/1897); Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 38508992
© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
Animal Kingdom Hunted Hunters Killed Orangutan Pongo Primate Rainforest Sumatra Great Apes
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This haunting engraving from the 19th century depicts a tragic scene in Sumatra, where hunters have mercilessly killed an Orangutan. The detailed illustration captures the brutality of human interference in the natural world, as this majestic primate falls victim to greed and destruction.
The image serves as a stark reminder of the devastating impact that hunting and deforestation have on vulnerable species like Orangutans. Once thriving in the lush rainforests of Sumatra, these great apes now face constant threats to their survival due to habitat loss and poaching.
As we gaze upon this somber artwork, we are confronted with our role in protecting endangered animals and preserving biodiversity. It prompts us to reflect on our responsibility towards all creatures that share this planet with us, urging us to take action against exploitation and cruelty.
Let this engraving be a call to arms for conservation efforts and wildlife protection. May it inspire us to cherish and respect the precious life that surrounds us, before it is too late. In memory of the Orangutan lost in Sumatra centuries ago, let us strive for a future where such tragedies are but distant memories.
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