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Oak processionary moth, Thaumetopoea processionea
Oak processionary moth, Thaumetopoea processionea. Phalaena processionea. 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 Attacus Butterfly Caterpillar Christoph Entomology Esper Eugenius Georg Johann Klinger Larva Lepidoptera Media Metamorphosis Moth Nach Natur Pavonia Phalaena Pupa Saturnia Schmetterlinge Sloe Processionary Processionea
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This exquisitely hand-colored copperplate engraving depicts the Oak Processionary Moth, Thaumetopoea processionea, also known as Phalaena processionea or Attacus pavonia. The moth is native to Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia, and is named for its distinctive behavior of moving in a procession-like fashion, with caterpillars following one another in a single file. The moth is primarily associated with oak trees, particularly those of the Quercus robur species, and can cause significant damage to their foliage. The Oak Processionary Moth undergoes a complete metamorphosis, transforming from egg to caterpillar, pupa, and adult moth. The caterpillars, which are covered in setae, or hairs, are often mistaken for birds' nesting material or bird droppings. These hairs can cause allergic reactions in humans and animals, leading to skin irritation and respiratory problems. The moth's larval stage is characterized by a striking appearance, with a black head, red thorax, and white or yellowish-green body. The pupa stage is a non-feeding, inactive stage during which the caterpillar transforms into an adult moth. The adult Oak Processionary Moth is a beautiful creature, with a wingspan of up to 7 centimeters and a wingspan covered in intricate patterns of brown, gray, and white. This engraving is taken from Eugenius Johann Christoph Espers' Die Schmetterlinge in Abbildungen nach der Natur, published in Erlangen in 1786. The work is considered a seminal work in the field of entomology, and this particular plate was produced by the skilled hand of Johann Carl Bock. The intricate detail and vibrant colors of the engraving serve to highlight the beauty and intricacy of the Oak Processionary Moth, making it a valuable addition to any collection of natural history prints.
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