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Curtis British Entomology Plate 606
Coleoptera: Paramecosoma bicolor = Paramecosoma melanocephalum [Plant: Phragmites australis (Common Reed)] Date: 1824-39
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1820s 1830s Australis Bicolor Butterflies Butterfly Coleoptera Common Curtis Entomology Ledipotera Reed Phragmites
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This print is a beautiful example of the intricate detail and scientific accuracy found in the works of John Curtis's "British Entomology" series. The image, Plate 606 from the publication's Coleoptera (Beetles) volume, features the beetles Paramecosoma bicolor and Paramecosoma melanocephalum, both members of the family Ledipteridae. The beetles are depicted in their natural habitat, perched atop the common reed, Phragmites australis. The 19th century brought about a surge of interest in the natural world, and works such as Curtis's "British Entomology" were instrumental in documenting and categorizing the vast array of insect species found within the British Isles. This plate, dating from the 1820s to the 1830s, showcases the meticulous observation and illustration skills of the series' contributors. The Paramecosoma beetles, with their distinctive bicolored exoskeletons and elongated, slender bodies, can be seen in the foreground of the print. The larger of the two, Paramecosoma bicolor, displays a reddish-brown and black coloration, while Paramecosoma melanocephalum, the smaller beetle, sports a black head and a reddish-brown body. The common reed, Phragmites australis, provides a textured and natural backdrop to the beetles, its tall, slender stalks and feathery tops adding depth and dimension to the composition. This stunning print is a testament to the beauty and complexity of the natural world, and serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving and documenting the diverse array of species that inhabit our planet.
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