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Curtis British Entomology Plate 320
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Curtis British Entomology Plate 320
Lepidoptera: Simaethis myllerana = Choreutis myllerana (Miller?s Nettle-tap) [Plant: Mentha hirsuta (Hairy Mint)] Date: 1824-39
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This image is taken from Curtis' British Entomology, Plate 320, featuring the Lepidopteran species Simaethis myllerana, now commonly known as Choreutis myllerana, or Miller's Nettle-tap. The intricately detailed illustration, produced between 1824 and 1839, showcases the adult moth with its wings spread wide against the backdrop of its host plant, Mentha hirsuta, or Hairy Mint. John Curtis, FLS, was a prominent British naturalist and entomologist who dedicated his career to documenting the diverse insect fauna of the British Isles. His meticulous work, published in several volumes, remains a valuable resource for researchers and enthusiasts alike. The Simaethis myllerana, a member of the family Choreutidae, is a relatively small moth with a wingspan of approximately 1.5 centimeters. Its wings are characterized by their intricate patterns of dark and light scales, with a distinctive orange-brown hue along the edges. The moth's larvae, or nettle taps, feed on various members of the mint family, including Mentha hirsuta. The plant depicted in the image, Mentha hirsuta, is a common herb native to Europe and Asia. Its aromatic leaves have long been used for culinary and medicinal purposes. The plant's close association with the Simaethis myllerana highlights the intricate relationships between different organisms within the natural world. This image, with its exquisite detail and historical significance, offers a glimpse into the rich natural history of the British Isles during the 19th century.
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