Feathered gothic and Rannoch sprawler moths

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Feathered gothic and Rannoch sprawler moths

Feathered gothic, Tholera decimalis 1-5, and Rannoch sprawler, Brachionycha nubeculosa 6. Bombyx lolii, nubeculosa. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Johann Carl Bock from Eugenius Johann Christoph Espers Die Schmetterlinge in Abbildungen nach der Natur, Erlangen, 1786

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Abbildungen Bock Bombyx Butterfly Carl Caterpillar Christoph Entomology Esper Eugenius Feathered Johann Larva Lepidoptera Metamorphosis Moth Moths Nach Natur Phalaena Pupa Schmetterlinge Sphinx Rannoch

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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving, created by Johann Carl Bock for Eugenius Johann Christoph Espers' Die Schmetterlinge in Abbildungen nach der Natur (The Butterflies and Moths in Representations according to Nature), published in Erlangen in 1786, showcases an intriguing assembly of six different species of moths. The first five moths belong to the Feathered Gothic genus, Tholera, specifically Tholera decimalis, with their striking wing patterns and feathery antennae. The sixth moth, located at the bottom right, is a Rannoch Sprawler, Brachionycha nubeculosa, with its distinctive sprawling posture and mottled wings. The Feathered Gothics, also known as the Asteroscopus or Sphinx Moths, are part of the Phalaenidae family, which includes both moths and hawk moths. These moths undergo a complete metamorphosis, transforming from a caterpillar with a distinctive proboscis to a winged adult. The larvae of these moths are commonly referred to as Cassinias, and they feed on a wide range of vegetation, including leaves, stems, and flowers. The Rannoch Sprawler, on the other hand, is a member of the Eupterotidae family, also known as the Wainscot Moths. This moth's unique posture, with its wings spread out flat and its body sprawled on the ground, is an adaptation to its habitat and lifestyle. The Rannoch Sprawler's larvae are known to feed on various decaying vegetation and fungi. This beautiful engraving not only showcases the intricate details of these moths' appearances but also highlights the vast diversity of the Lepidoptera order, which includes both butterflies and moths. The meticulous hand-coloring adds an extra layer of depth and beauty to the already impressive work, making this an essential addition to any entomology or natural history collection.

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