Crataegi Collection

White Butterfly
A black veined White Butterfly (Aporia Crataegi). Date: 1930s

Brindled beauty moth, Lycia hirtaria, and black-veined white butterfly, Pieris crataegi
FLO4638964 Brindled beauty moth, Lycia hirtaria, and black-veined white butterfly, Pieris crataegi. Handcoloured lithograph after an illustration by Moses Harris from "The Aurelian; a Natural

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Fabrizio Daminelli

Pale oak eggar, Trichiura crataegi, hermaphrodite 5 and variety 6. Phalaena crataegi. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Johann Friedrich Volckart from Eugenius Johann Christoph Espers Die

Canephora hirsuta, Ocneria detrita and Epichnopterix
Hairy sweep moth, Canephora hirsuta 1-5, Ocneria detrita 6 and Epichnopterix plumella 7, 8. Phalaena vestita, detrita, atra, pulla

Cabbage white, black-veined white, orange
Cabbage white butterfly, Pieris brassicae 1, 2, black-veined white, Aporia crataegi 3, orange tip, Anthocharis cardamines 4 and Provence orange tip, Anthocharis euphenoides 5

Large white, clouded yellow and black-veined white
Large white, Pieris brassicae, clouded yellow, Colias croceus, and black-veined white, Aporia crataegi. Handcoloured steel engraving by the Pauquet brothers after an illustration by Alexis Nicolas

Curtis British Entomology Plate 360
Lepidoptera: Pieris crataegi = Aporia crataegi (Black-veined White) [Plant: Potamogeton pectinatus (Potamogeton pectinatum, Fennel-leaved Pond-weed)] Date: 1824-39

Black-veined White Butterflies - gathered on flowering lungwort plant (Pulmonaria spp.) - during a mass butterflies hatching - summer - June (Aporia crataegi L.). South Ural Mountains - Russia

Black-veined White Butterfly - masses of pupae on birch-tree bark (Aporia crataegi). South Tuva, Russia

Black-veined White Butterflies (Aporia crataegi). South Tuva, Russia

Newly emerged Black-veined White butterfly (Aporia crataegi). South Tuva, Russia

Black-veined White Butterfly - resting on a stone in a mountain forest (Aporia crataegi). Sengilen mountain range, South Tuva, Russia

Picture No. 10891380
Black-veined White Butterflies - gathered on flowering lungwort plant (Pulmonaria spp.) - during a mass butterflies hatching - summer - June (Aporia crataegi L.) Date:

Picture No. 10891379
Black-veined White Butterflies - gathered on flowering lungwort plant (Pulmonaria spp.) - during a mass butterflies hatching - summer - June (Aporia crataegi L.) Date:

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"Discover the Enchanting World of Crataegi: The White Butterfly" Step into a realm of delicate beauty and transparency as we delve into the captivating world of crataegi, also known as the white butterfly. This ethereal creature, with its wings adorned in hues reminiscent of pale oak and hints of ivory, is truly a sight to behold. Amongst the species that fall under this enchanting name is the Trichiura crataegi, commonly referred to as the Pale Oak Eggar. Its velvety wings are adorned with intricate patterns that seem to dance in harmony with nature's brushstrokes. Canephora hirsuta, Ocneria detrita, and Epichnopterix are other members of this mesmerizing family. The crataegi family encompasses various subspecies such as the Cabbage White, Black-Veined White, and Orange butterflies. These elegant creatures grace our gardens with their presence, fluttering from one flower to another like living petals on a gentle breeze. Their vibrant colors bring life and joy wherever they go. In Curtis British Entomology Plate 360 lies an exquisite depiction of these black-veined white butterflies gathered on flowering plants—a masterpiece capturing their elegance for generations to admire. Masses of pupae await transformation into newly emerged black-veined white butterflies—an awe-inspiring spectacle showcasing nature's miraculous cycle. Imagine witnessing a newly emerged black-veined white butterfly delicately spreading its wings for the first time—a moment filled with wonder and anticipation. Resting gracefully on a stone or floating effortlessly through meadows—these creatures have mastered both stillness and movement in perfect harmony. Crataegi invites us into its world where fragility meets resilience; where simplicity intertwines with complexity; where every wingbeat carries stories untold. Let us cherish these magnificent beings who remind us that even amidst chaos, there exists unparalleled beauty worth protecting.