The aardvark was completed on 12.7.2010. This is one of those animals that I grew up curious about, but didn't really think about until I started knocking down more and more of the African Mammals. I was surprised to learn they are the only extant member of their order - all others have gone extinct. These are handsome animals and I really enjoyed rendering it.
Aardvarks (also sometimes called Anteaters and Antbears) are the only living members of the order Tubulidentata. They are large, burrowing mammals native to sub-Saharan areas of Central Africa and into the southern parts of the continent. The name 'aardvark means 'earth pig' or 'ground pig' in Afrikaans/Dutch. The aardvark is mostly nocturnal, and they feed almost exclusively on termites and ants. Despite appearances and similar behaviors the aardvark is not related to the South American Anteater.
Description: Fine art print of an Aardvark. The print is hand-signed by the artist and is guaranteed to arrive in perfect condition. The reproduction of this original pen and ink drawing is done on high quality acid-free archival paper. Call 1 800-913-7906 for more information or to order by phone. Click here for shipping info.
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Aardvark Art Print
8"x10" (20.3 x 25.4cm) - $14.95
11"x14" (27.9 x 35.5cm) - $21.95
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Class: Mammalia
Order: Tubulidentata
Family: Orycteropodidae
Genus: Orycteropus
Species: O. afer
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