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Curtis British Entomology Plate 418
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Curtis British Entomology Plate 418
Coleoptera: Oxyporus maxillosus = Creophilus maxillosus (Scarce Oxyporus) [Plant: Cardamine hirsuta (Hairy Ladies? Smock)] Date: 1824-39
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1820s 1830s Butterflies Butterfly Cardamine Coleoptera Curtis Entomology Hairy Hirsuta Ledipotera Scarce Smock
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This image is a rare glimpse into the natural world of the 19th century, as depicted in Curtis's British Entomology Plate 418. The plate, featuring the Scarce Oxyporus beetle, Oxyporus maxillosus (now known as Creophilus maxillosus), was published between 1824 and 1839 by the esteemed British naturalist John Curtis. The meticulously detailed illustration showcases the beetle's intricate exoskeleton, with its elongated snout and distinctive markings. The Oxyporus maxillosus is a member of the Coleoptera family, and was once considered a scarce species in Britain. The beetle is shown here in its natural habitat, perched atop the delicate leaves of its host plant, Cardamine hirsuta, also known as Hairy Ladies' Smock or Hairy Bittercress. This low-growing plant, native to Europe and Asia, is characterized by its fuzzy stems and small, yellow flowers. The illustration is part of Curtis's extensive collection of entomological plates, which showcased the diverse range of insects found in Britain during the 1800s. The plates were produced during a time when the study of natural history was at the forefront of scientific exploration, and the meticulous attention to detail in this image is a testament to the dedication and passion of the naturalists of the time. The plate also features a number of other interesting insects, including several species of Ledipterus, or net-winged beetles, and a variety of butterflies. The intricate patterns and delicate wings of these insects are beautifully rendered, providing a fascinating glimpse into the biodiversity of the British Isles during the 19th century.
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