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Curtis British Entomology Plate 251
Coleoptera: Leiodes cinnamomea (Truffle Beetle) [Plant: Tuber, cf. aestivum (Tuber cibarium = Lycoperdon tuber, Truffle)] Date: 1824-39
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1820s 1830s Aestivum Beetle Butterflies Butterfly Coleoptera Curtis Entomology Ledipotera Lycoperdon Truffle Tuber
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This image is taken from Curtis's British Entomology, Plate 251, featuring the Truffle Beetle, Leiodes cinnamomea, and its favored host plant, Tuber, commonly referred to as truffles, specifically Tuber aestivum or Tuber cibarium, also known as the edible black truffle. The illustration, produced between 1824 and 1839, is the work of the renowned English botanical artist, John Curtis, FLS. The Truffle Beetle, a member of the Leiodes family within the Coleoptera order, is a small, elongated beetle with a reddish-brown exoskeleton and distinctive antennae. The beetle's close association with truffles is essential for its survival, as it plays a crucial role in the fungi's life cycle. The Truffle Beetle is often found in symbiosis with the truffle fungus, which grows underground. The beetle aids in the fungus's spore dispersal by carrying them on its legs and body. In turn, the beetle benefits from the nutrients obtained from the truffle fungus. The intricate details of the Truffle Beetle and the truffle are beautifully captured in this 19th-century illustration, providing a glimpse into the fascinating relationship between insects and fungi. The delicate shading and precise line work showcase the exceptional skill of John Curtis, who expertly rendered the textures and forms of these natural wonders. This image offers a glimpse into the rich biodiversity of the natural world and the intricate relationships that exist between various organisms. It is a testament to the beauty and complexity of nature, as well as the artistic prowess of the botanical illustrators of the 19th century.
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