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Illustration, Lycaenidae -- Hesperiidae
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Illustration, Lycaenidae -- Hesperiidae
Illustration, Lycaenidae -- Hesperiidae -- Lycaena Virgaureae, Lycaena Phlaeas, Thecla Rubi, Thecla Pruni, Zephyrus Betulae, Zephyrus Quercus, Spilothyrus Alcaea, Hesperia Alveus, Hesperia Malvae, Cyclopides Morpheus, Cyclopides Palaemon, Pamphila Comma, Pamphila Sylvanus, Pamphila Thaumas. The plants are Sheeps Sorrel (Rumex Acetosella), Blackthorn (Prunus Spinosa), Golden Rod (Solidago Virgaurea) and Dwarf Mallow (Malva Rotundifolia). Date: 1898
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1898 Acetosella Blackthorn Branches Butterflies Butterfly Comma Dwarf Hesperia Lycaena Lycaenidae Mallow Malva Markings Moth Moths Pruni Prunus Quercus Rotundifolia Rumex Sheep Solidago Sorrel Spinosa Sylvanus Thecla Wing Wings Alcaea Hesperiidae Morpheus Palaemon Rubi Zephyrus
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This stunning illustration, dated 1898, showcases an enchanting assembly of Lycaenidae and Hesperiidae species, commonly known as butterflies and moths, respectively. The intricately detailed drawing features a diverse array of these captivating insects, including the Lycaena Virgaureae, Lycaena Phlaeas, Thecla Rubi, Thecla Pruni, Zephyrus Betulae, Zephyrus Quercus, Spilothyrus Alcaea, Hesperia Alveus, Hesperia Malvae, Cyclopides Morpheus, Cyclopides Palaemon, Pamphila Comma, Pamphila Sylvanus, and Pamphila Thaumas. The vibrant wings of these insects display a mesmerizing array of markings, from the bold patterns of the Lycaena Phlaeas to the delicate lines of the Pamphila Comma. The illustration also highlights the natural habitat of these creatures, with branches of Sheeps Sorrel (Rumex Acetosella), Blackthorn (Prunus Spinosa), Golden Rod (Solidago Virgaurea), and Dwarf Mallow (Malva Rotundifolia) providing a lush backdrop. This illustration offers a glimpse into the rich biodiversity of the late Victorian era, a time when natural history was a popular subject of study and appreciation. The meticulous attention to detail and the captivating beauty of the insects and plants depicted make this an enduring work of art and a testament to the natural world.
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