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Speckled footman, Staurophora celsia and herald moth
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Speckled footman, Staurophora celsia and herald moth
Speckled footman, Coscinia cribraria 1, Staurophora celsia 2, 3, and herald moth, Scoliopteryx libatrix 4-8. Phalaena Bombyx cribrum, celsia, libatrix. 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 Butterfly Christoph Eggar Entomology Esper Eugenius Footman Georg Herald Johann Klinger Lappet Lasiocampa Lepidoptera Moth Nach Natur Poplar Schmetterlinge Speckled
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving, created by Johann Carl Bock for Eugenius Johann Christoph Espers' Die Schmetterlinge in Abbildungen nach der Natur (Butterflies and Moths Represented in Images According to Nature), published in Erlangen in 1786, showcases four intriguing Lepidoptera species: the Speckled Footman, Staurophora celsia (1, 2, 3); and the Herald Moth, Scoliopteryx libatrix (4-8). The Speckled Footman, also known as the Oak Eggar or the Speckled Oakworm Moth, is characterized by its speckled wings and distinctive foot-like projections on its thorax. The Staurophora celsia is a small moth with a wingspan of around 2.5 centimeters. The Herald Moth, also known as the Poplar Hawk-moth or the Lappet Moth, is a larger moth with a wingspan of up to 6 centimeters. Its wings are adorned with striking, iridescent lappets, which resemble the wings of certain butterflies. The Herald Moth is a common sight in Europe and is often found near poplar trees. The Speckled Footman and the Herald Moth are both part of the Saturniidae family, which is known for its large, distinctive moths. The Speckled Footman is typically found in oak and beech forests, while the Herald Moth is commonly found near poplar and willow trees. This beautiful engraving is a testament to the intricacy and detail that was achievable through the hand-coloring and copperplate engraving techniques of the 18th century. It is a fascinating glimpse into the natural world of over 230 years ago, and a reminder of the beauty and diversity of the Lepidoptera species that continue to captivate us today.
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