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Curtis British Entomology Plate 174
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Curtis British Entomology Plate 174
Hemiptera: Coreus scapha = Enoplops scapha (Sea-side Coreus) [Plant: Crithmum maritimum (Rock Samphire)] Date: 1824-39
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This image is taken from John Curtis's seminal work, "British Entomology," specifically Plate 174, which was published between 1824 and 1839. The plate features the intricately detailed illustration of the Hemipteran insect, Coreus scapha, now known as Enoplops scapha, or the Sea-side Coreus. The insect is depicted gracefully perched on the leaves of its host plant, Crithmum maritimum, commonly known as Rock Samphire. The Hemiptera order, to which Coreus scapha belongs, is the largest insect order, encompassing over 100,000 described species. These insects are characterized by their elongated bodies, heterogeneous morphology, and piercing-sucking mouthparts. The Coreidae family, to which Coreus scapha belongs, is commonly known as the leaf-footed or tree-hoppers due to their distinctive leaf-like hind legs. Enoplops scapha is a small, slender insect, measuring only about 10mm in length. Its elongated body is a mottled brown color, with a distinctive white stripe running down its back. The insect's most striking feature is its long, curved rostrum, which it uses to pierce plant tissue and extract sap. The Rock Samphire plant, Crithmum maritimum, is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that is native to the shores of the North Atlantic. Its succulent leaves are covered in small, white hairs and have a distinctively pungent, spicy aroma. The plant's resilience to harsh coastal conditions makes it an ideal host for the Coreus scapha, which can often be found in large numbers on its leaves. This stunning illustration, produced during the 1820s and 1830s, is a testament to the meticulous work of John Curtis and his team of skilled artists and engravers. The intricate details of both the insect and the plant are rendered with exceptional accuracy and beauty, providing a fascinating glimpse into the natural history of the British Isles during the 19th century.
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