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Curtis British Entomology Plate 484
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Curtis British Entomology Plate 484
Ephemeroptera: Baetis dispar = Ecdyonurus dispar (Dissimilar May-fly) [Plant: Nitella sp. (Nitella hyalina)] Date: 1824-39
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This image is taken from Curtis's British Entomology, Plate 484, featuring the Ephemeroptera species Baetis dispar, also known as Ecdyonurus dispar, commonly referred to as the Dissimilar Mayfly. The Mayfly is depicted gracefully perched on the stem of a Nitella plant, with the scientific name Nitella sp. (Nitella hyalina) inscribed below. The plate was published between 1824 and 1839, during the 19th century, by the renowned British naturalist and illustrator, John Curtis. The Ephemeroptera order, commonly known as Mayflies, are characterized by their short adult life spans, with adults emerging from aquatic nymphs to mate and lay eggs before dying. Baetis dispar is a widely distributed species found in various freshwater habitats across Europe, Asia, and North America. The Mayfly's delicate wings and elongated body are beautifully rendered in this intricate engraving, showcasing the meticulous attention to detail that characterized the work of John Curtis and his team of skilled engravers. The accompanying Nitella plant adds an additional layer of interest to this image. Nitella is a genus of charophyte green algae, characterized by their distinctive, erect, and unbranched stems. Nitella hyalina, specifically, is a common and widespread species, often found in shallow, nutrient-rich waters. The presence of the Mayfly and Nitella in this image highlights the intricate relationships between aquatic insects and their aquatic plant habitats. This image is a testament to the beauty and complexity of the natural world, as captured by the skilled hands of John Curtis and his team during the 1820s and 1830s.
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