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Indian owl moth, Erebus macrops
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Indian owl moth, Erebus macrops
Indian owl moth, Erebus macrops (Ox-eye moth, Phalaena macrops). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1806
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Entomology Erebus Frederick Lepidoptera Miscellany Moth Naturalists Nodder Phalaena Polydore Shaw Ox Eye
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving showcases the Indian Owl Moth, Erebus macrops, also known as the Ox-eye Moth or Phalaena macrops. The intricate illustration was drawn and engraved by the skilled hands of Richard Polydore Nodder and published in George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's The Naturalist's Miscellany in London, 1806. The Indian Owl Moth is a large and striking moth, with a wingspan that can reach up to 12 centimeters. Its wings are adorned with intricate patterns of black, white, and orange, creating an owl-like appearance, hence the common name. The moth's body is hairy and has a distinctive proboscis, which it uses to extract nectar from flowers. The Indian Owl Moth is native to the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia. It is primarily found in forests and is most active during the night. This moth plays an essential role in the ecosystem as a pollinator and a food source for various predators. The illustration captures the Indian Owl Moth's beauty and intricacy in remarkable detail, making it a valuable addition to any collection of natural history or entomology. The use of hand-coloring adds an extra layer of artistry to the already impressive engraving, making it a true masterpiece of the natural world. George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's The Naturalist's Miscellany was a popular publication during the Victorian era, showcasing a wide range of natural history subjects, from insects to birds and mammals. The publication's high-quality illustrations, produced using the latest techniques, were a testament to the authors' dedication to documenting the natural world in all its splendor.
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