Pale prominent, heart and club, and dark sword-grass

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Pale prominent, heart and club, and dark sword-grass

Pale prominent, Pterostoma palpina, heart and club, Agrotis clavis, and dark sword-grass, Agrotis ipsilon. Phalaena palpina, clavis, spinula. 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 Butterfly Carl Caterpillar Christoph Cloud Dart Entomology Esper Eugenius Heart Johann Larva Lepidoptera Melaleuca Metamorphosis Moth Nach Natur Pale Phalaena Prominent Pupa Schmetterlinge Segetum Turnip Agrotis

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This hand-colored copperplate engraving, created by the skilled artist Johann Carl Bock in 1786, showcases an intriguing assemblage of four moths from the Lepidoptera order: Pale Prominent (Phalaena palpina), Heart and Club (Agrotis clavis), Dark Sword-grass (Agrotis ipsilon), and Dart (Agrotis exclamationis). Each moth is depicted in stunning detail, with their unique features accentuated by the vibrant colors. The Pale Prominent, also known as the Turnip Moth, is identified by its distinctively marked wings, which resemble a heart and club. The Heart and Club, or Segetum, is characterized by its prominent, club-shaped markings on its forewings. The Dark Sword-grass, or Silver-cloud, is easily recognizable by its long, slender forewings, which bear a striking resemblance to swords. Lastly, the Dart, or Conspicillaris, is distinguished by its dark, fuscosa, and melaleuca-colored wings, adorned with intricate patterns. As pupae or caterpillars, these moths undergo a remarkable metamorphosis, transforming into the beautiful creatures depicted in this engraving. The intricacies of their metamorphosis, along with their diverse appearances, have long fascinated entomologists and naturalists alike. This exquisite piece of art serves as a testament to the beauty and complexity of the natural world, offering a glimpse into the fascinating world of Lepidoptera.

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