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Curtis British Entomology Plate 54
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Curtis British Entomology Plate 54
Hymenoptera: Lophyrus pini = Diprion pini (Pine Sawfly) [Plant: Silene latifolia, = S. alba, Melandrium album (male; Lychnis dioica mas, White Campion)] Date: 1824-39
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Alba Butterflies Butterfly Campion Curtis Dioica Entomology Hymenoptera Latifolia Ledipotera Lychnis Pine Pini Sawfly Silene
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This image is taken from Curtis's British Entomology, Plate 54, featuring the Pine Sawfly (Lophyrus pini, now identified as Diprion pini) in its natural habitat. The Hymenopteran insect, a member of the family Diprionidae, is depicted in the act of feeding on the leaves of a White Campion (Silene latifolia, now identified as S. alba), with other related plants, such as Melandrium album (male), Lychnis dioica (mas), and possibly a specimen of the White Campion in full bloom, visible in the background. John Curtis, FLS, a renowned English entomologist and botanist, created this exquisite plate between 1824 and 1839. The meticulously detailed illustration showcases the intricate anatomy of the Pine Sawfly, with its elongated body, six legs, and two pairs of wings. The plate also highlights the delicate beauty of the White Campion, with its bell-shaped flowers and slender stems, providing a striking contrast to the robust presence of the insect. The inclusion of related plants in the illustration underscores the importance of understanding the ecological relationships between insects and their host plants. The Pine Sawfly is a significant pest of pine trees, and its larvae feed on the needles, causing significant damage. However, the adult sawflies are essential pollinators for various wildflowers, including the White Campion, which is evident in the plate. This image from Curtis's British Entomology not only showcases the intricacies of the natural world but also serves as a reminder of the delicate balance between insects, plants, and their environments.
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