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Goliath beetle, Goliathus goliatus 1 and common
Goliath beetle, Goliathus goliatus 1 and common gull, Larus canus 2. Handcoloured steel engraving by Pedretti after an illustration by A. Carie Baron from Felix-Edouard Guerin-Menevilles Dictionnaire Pittoresque d Histoire Naturelle (Picturesque Dictionary of Natural History), Paris, 1834-39
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Baron Beetle Carie Coleoptera Common Dhistoire Dictionary Dictionnaire Entomology Felix Edouard Goliath Goliathus Guerin Meneville Gull Larus Lepidoptera Naturelle Pedretti Pittoresque Seagull Canus
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This stunning hand-colored steel engraving, created by Pedretti after an illustration by A. Carie Baron, showcases two fascinating creatures from the natural world: the Goliath beetle, Goliathus goliatus 1, and the common gull, Larus canus 2. The image, taken from Felix-Edouard Guerin-Meneville's Dictionnaire Pittoresque d'Histoire Naturelle (Picturesque Dictionary of Natural History), published in Paris between 1834 and 1839, captures the awe-inspiring size and intricate details of the Goliath beetle. With a body length of up to 17 centimeters and a wingspan of 30 centimeters, this beetle is the largest extant species in the Coleoptera order, making it a true colossus of the insect world. In contrast, the common gull, also known as the seagull, is depicted in the background, seemingly dwarfed by the towering beetle. With its distinctive white plumage, black wingtips, and yellow beak, this bird is a common sight along coastlines and inland bodies of water. The intricate details of both creatures are beautifully rendered in this exquisite engraving, providing a captivating glimpse into the natural history of these remarkable organisms. The image is a testament to the artistry and scientific curiosity of the time, showcasing the meticulous attention to detail and dedication to documenting the natural world that defined the era of natural history illustration.
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