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Double dart, pale shoulder, four-spotted moth and druid moth
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Double dart, pale shoulder, four-spotted moth and druid moth
Double dart or soothsayer, Graphiphora augur 1, pale shoulder, Acontia lucida 2, 3, four-spotted moth, Tyta luctuosa 4, 5, and druid moth, Aedia funesta 6. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Johann Carl Bock after Eugenius Johann Christoph Espers Die Schmetterlinge in Abbildungen nach der Natur, Erlangen, 1786
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Abbildungen Bock Burnet Butterfly Carl Caterpillar Christoph Companion Dart Double Druid Entomology Esper Eugenius Johann Larva Lepidoptera Metamorphosis Moth Nach Natur Noctua Pale Pupa Schmetterlinge Shipton Shoulder Spotted
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving, created by Johann Carl Bock after Eugenius Johann Christoph Espers' Die Schmetterlinge in Abbildungen nach der Natur (The Butterflies in Representations according to Nature), published in Erlangen in 1786, showcases an intriguing assembly of six different moth species. The central moth, identified as the Double dart or Soothsayer moth (Graphiphora augur), is easily recognizable by its distinctive double-pointed dorsal projections on each forewing. To the left of the Double dart moth, we find the Pale Shoulder moth (Acontia lucida), characterized by its pale hindwings and intricately patterned forewings. The next moth, identified as the Four-spotted moth (Tyta luctuosa), displays four distinct black spots on its forewings, while the fifth moth, also a Four-spotted moth (Tyta luctuosa), exhibits a more muted coloration. To the right of the Double dart moth, we encounter the Druid moth (Aedia funesta), which is distinguished by its striking orange and black wings, as well as its long, feathery antennae. This engraving offers a captivating glimpse into the natural world of the late 18th century, showcasing the intricate details and beauty of these Lepidoptera species. The metamorphosis from caterpillar to pupa and eventually to adult moth is a fascinating process that has long intrigued scientists and naturalists alike. This engraving provides a window into the past, allowing us to appreciate the intricacies of these insects and their role in the natural world. The entomological community of the time was particularly interested in documenting and classifying various species, leading to the creation of detailed and accurate illustrations such as this one. The hand-coloring adds an additional layer of detail and beauty, making this engraving a true masterpiece of natural history.
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