Common Brimstone Collection

Butterflies, Black veined white butterfly, Brimstone, Large white
Vintage engraving of Butterflies. 2. Black veined white, 3. Large white, 4. Small white, 5. Green veined white, 6. Bath white, 7. Irange Tip, 8. Wood white, 9. Clouded yellow, 10

Common brimstone butterfly, Gonepteryx rhamni, caterpillar and pupa (Buckthorn butterfly, Papilio rhamni)
FLO4681744 Common brimstone butterfly, Gonepteryx rhamni, caterpillar and pupa (Buckthorn butterfly, Papilio rhamni). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Plate 14: Three Butterflies, c. 1575/1580. Creator: Joris Hoefnagel
Plate 14: Three Butterflies, c. 1575/1580

Brimstone (Gonepteryx rhamni), flying over thistle (Carduus acanthoides), highspeed nature photo
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Brimstone butterfly (Gonepteryx rhamni) resting among foliage, Meeth Quarry, Devon, UK. June

Brimstone butterfly (Gonepteryx rhamni) on Devil s-bit Scabious (Succisa pratensis). Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, UK. August

Common brimstone butterfly (Gonepteryx rhamni) flying towards Purple betony (Betonica officinalis) flowers, Upper Bavaria, Germany. July

Privet Hawk Moth and Common Brimstone, c. 1755-65 (w/c on paper)
490324 Privet Hawk Moth and Common Brimstone, c.1755-65 (w/c on paper) by Ledoulx, Pierre Francois (1730-1807); Groeningemuseum, Bruges, Belgium; © Art in Flanders

Butterflies and moths - Scanned 1875 Engraving

Common brimstone, Gonepteryx rhamni, Butterfly, Insects, Wildlife art
Vintage illustration Monarch butterfly, Danaus plexippus, Insects, Wildlife art

Brimstone butterfly (Goneopteryx rhamni) male roosting on Cowslip (Primula veris) Bedfordshire, England, UK, April

Gonepteryx rhamni, brimstone
Plate 2 from Illustrations of British butterflies and their larvae, with the plants on which they feed, by Theo Johnson, 1892

Papilio eubule, brimstone butterfly
Illustration of a brimstone butterfly by John Abbot, Tab 211, Volume 16 from the Abbot Collection held in the Natural History Museums Entomology Library

Brimstone by John Curtis (1791 - 1862) from British Entomology

Butterflies of the family Pieridae
Mounted specimens of the brimstone, (Gonepteryx rhamni) and cleopatra, (Gonepteryx cleopatra) butterflies. Both these species have colour forms which vary from very pale yellow to a deep yellow-orange

Papilio ecclipsis, hoax butterfly species
This insect was uncovered as hoax by John Curtis. It is infact a European brimstone butterfly with patches carefully painted on its wings. Specimen from the Linnean Society photographed by the NHM

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The common brimstone butterfly, scientifically known as Gonepteryx rhamni, is a beautiful and captivating creature found in various parts of the world. With its delicate wings adorned in shades of yellow and green, it is often mistaken for other similar species such as the black veined white or large white butterflies. In Upper Bavaria, Germany during July, one can witness the enchanting sight of a common brimstone butterfly gracefully flying towards vibrant purple betony flowers. The contrast between the vivid blossoms and the butterfly's subtle hues creates a mesmerizing scene that showcases nature's artistry. Meanwhile, in Meeth Quarry located in Devon, UK, a tranquil moment unfolds as a brimstone butterfly finds solace among lush foliage. Its wings gently rest against leaves while sunlight filters through the canopy above. This peaceful encounter reminds us to appreciate even the simplest moments of serenity that nature offers. Another striking image captures a male common brimstone roosting on cowslip flowers in Bedfordshire. Against this backdrop of golden blooms, his presence adds an extra touch of elegance to an already picturesque landscape. Throughout history, artists have been captivated by these ethereal creatures. A watercolor painting from c. 1755-65 depicts not only a privet hawk moth but also includes the delicate beauty of a common brimstone fluttering nearby - showcasing their shared allure within artistic representations. These butterflies are not only visually stunning but also play important roles within ecosystems as pollinators. Their interactions with devil's-bit scabious plants highlight their contribution to maintaining biodiversity and ensuring plant reproduction. From colored engravings dating back to 1783-1806 to modern wildlife art depicting these winged wonders; there is no shortage of admiration for these insects' natural splendor throughout human history.