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Curtis British Entomology Plate 720
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Curtis British Entomology Plate 720
Hymenoptera: Bethylus fulvicornis Curtis = Bethylus fuscicornis [Plant: Anthriscus sylvestris (Wild Chervil)] Date: 1824-39
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1820s 1830s Anthriscus Butterflies Butterfly Chervil Curtis Entomology Hymenoptera Ledipotera Sylvestris Wild
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This image is taken from Curtis's British Entomology, Plate 720, featuring the Hymenopteran species Bethylus fulvicornis, now commonly known as Bethylus fuscicornis. The intricately detailed print, created between 1824 and 1839, showcases the unique characteristics of this parasitic wasp. The wasp is depicted in its resting position on the leaf of Anthriscus sylvestris, commonly known as wild chervil. John Obadiah Westwood, FLS, was the entomologist responsible for the identification and classification of this species, which is a member of the family Ledipoteridae. Bethylus wasps are solitary hunters, preying on the larvae of various insects. The adult wasps are often found on flowers, where they feed on nectar. The 19th century was a time of great advancement in the field of entomology, and Curtis's British Entomology was a significant contribution to the scientific community. This publication provided an accurate record of the insects found in Britain during this time, making it an invaluable resource for both scientific research and conservation efforts. The delicate interplay between the Bethylus wasp and the wild chervil plant adds to the beauty and intrigue of this image. The intricate details of the wasp's body, its delicate wings, and the veins on the leaves of the chervil plant are all rendered with remarkable precision. This print is a testament to the skill and dedication of the natural history illustrators of the time, who meticulously documented the natural world for future generations to appreciate and learn from.
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