Macleays swallowtail, dark umber and chain-dotted geometer

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Macleays swallowtail, dark umber and chain-dotted geometer

Macleays swallowtail moth, Lyssa macleayi (underside) 1, dark umber, Philereme transversata 2, and grey chain-dotted geometer, Cingilia catenaria 3. Handcoloured lithograph from John O. Westwoods new edition of Dru Drurys Illustrations of Exotic Entomology, Bohn, London, 1837. Macleays swallowtail moth, Lyssa macleayi (underside) 1, dark umber, Philereme transversata 2, and grey chain-dotted geometer, Cingilia catenaria 3. Handcoloured lithograph from John O. Westwoods new edition of Dru Drurys Illustrations of Exotic Entomology, Bohn, London, 1837

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Dorsal Drury Entomology Exotic Illustrations Moth Swallowtail Underside Ventral Westwood Geometer Macleays Umber

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This handcoloured lithograph showcases three intricately detailed moths: the Macleay's Swallowtail, Lyssa macleayi (underside), the Dark Umber, Philereme transversata, and the Grey Chain-dotted Geometer, Cingilia catenaria. The image is taken from John O. Westwood's new edition of Dru Drury's Illustrations of Exotic Entomology, published by Bohn in London in 1837. The Macleay's Swallowtail moth, Lyssa macleayi, is depicted on the left side of the print, with its underside displayed in a rich, dark umber hue. The intricate patterns on its wings are a marvel of nature, with delicate veins and tiny scales creating a mesmerizing design. Next to it, the Dark Umber moth, Philereme transversata, displays its ventral side in a striking contrast to the Macleay's Swallowtail. Its wings are adorned with intricate patterns of dark umber and white, creating a stunning visual effect. Lastly, the Grey Chain-dotted Geometer, Cingilia catenaria, is depicted on the right side of the print. Its wings are covered in tiny, grey dots, forming intricate chains that run along the edges. The dorsal and ventral sides of the moths are depicted in this beautiful and intricate handcoloured lithograph, offering a fascinating glimpse into the natural world of the 19th century. This exquisite illustration is a testament to the meticulous attention to detail and artistic skill of the time, and remains a valuable resource for entomologists and natural history enthusiasts today.

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