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Curtis British Entomology Plate 476
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Curtis British Entomology Plate 476
Hymenoptera: Leiophron apicalis (Black-tailed Leiophron) [Plant: Lysimachia nummularia (Money-wort)] Date: 1824-39
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This image is taken from Curtis's British Entomology, Plate 476, featuring the Black-tailed Leiophron, scientifically known as Leiophron apicalis. The Hymenopteran insect, a member of the family Leiophronidae, is depicted in its natural habitat, perched on the leaves of Money-wort or Lysimachia nummularia. The intricate details of the insect's body structure are beautifully captured, revealing its distinctive black tail and slender, elongated abdomen. The plate is part of the comprehensive work by John Obadiah Westwood and Edward Newman, published between 1824 and 1839. The collaborative effort resulted in an impressive collection of 1,200 plates, showcasing various species of British insects, including this remarkable Leiophron. The Black-tailed Leiophron is a parasitic wasp, preying on various species of flies. Its elongated ovipositor is used to lay its eggs inside the host's larvae, ensuring a food source for the developing Leiophron larvae. The Money-wort plant, Lysimachia nummularia, is a common aquatic or semi-aquatic perennial plant native to Europe, Asia, and North America. Its small, round, yellow or white flowers bloom in clusters, attracting various pollinators, including insects like the Black-tailed Leiophron. This image is a testament to the intricate relationship between plants and insects in the natural world, as well as the meticulous work of the entomologists of the 19th century. The delicate balance of the ecosystem is on full display, with the Black-tailed Leiophron and Money-wort existing in perfect harmony.
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