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Click beetle, Selatosomus aeneus
Click beetle, Selatosomus aeneus (Elater cyaneus). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by James Sowerby from The British Miscellany, or Coloured figures of new, rare, or little known animal subjects, London, 1804
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This stunning hand-colored copperplate engraving depicts the Click Beetle, Selatosomus aeneus, also known as Elater cyaneus. The intricate detail and vibrant colors showcase the unique features of this fascinating insect. The Click Beetle is a member of the Elateridae family, known for their ability to "click" or "jump" when disturbed, propelling themselves into the air to escape predators. The Click Beetle's elongated body, covered in small, golden scales, is accentuated by the contrasting black markings on its back and legs. Its antennae are long and slender, and its legs are powerful and adapted for jumping. The engraving also reveals the beetle's large, compound eyes, which provide it with excellent vision. This beautiful illustration is from "The British Miscellany, or Coloured Figures of New, Rare, or Little Known Animal Subjects," a natural history publication by James Sowerby in London, 1804. Sowerby was a renowned English botanist, mineralogist, and zoological illustrator, who produced high-quality, hand-colored plates to document and showcase the natural world. This engraving is a testament to Sowerby's dedication to preserving the beauty and diversity of the natural world through art and science.
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