Surinamensium Collection

Metamorphosis insectorum Surinamensium Hand-coloured engraving based on Maria Sibylla Merian watercolour. 1726 edition

Cacao or cocoa tree and fruit, Theobroma cacao. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by P. Sluyter after an illustration by Maria Sibylla Merian from Metamorphosis of the Insects of Surinam

Guava Psidium guineense hairy larva species Podalia
Guava (Psidium guineense) with hairy larva species of Podalia or Megalopyge, and larva and pupa of tobacco hawk moth (Manduca sexta)

Banana tree flower Musa paradisiaca io moth Automeris liberia
Banana tree flower (Musa paradisiaca) with io moth (Automeris liberia), Maria Sybilla Meriaen Over de voortteeling en wonderbaerlyke veranderingen der Surinaemsche insecten, Merian, Maria Sibylla

Branch cassava Manihot esculenta rustic sphinx
Branch of a cassava (Manihot esculenta) with rustic sphinx (Manduca rustica), larva and pupa of tetrio sphinx (Pseudosphinx tetrio) and garden tree-boa (Corallus enhydris)

Branch pomegranate tree blue morpho butterfly
Branch of a pomegranate tree with blue morpho butterfly (Morpho menelaus) and larva of banded sphinx (Eumorpha fasciata), Maria Sybilla Meriaen Over de voortteeling en wonderbaerlyke veranderingen

Branch swamp immortelle Erythrina fusca saturniid moth
Branch of a swamp immortelle (Erythrina fusca) with saturniid moth (Arsenura armida) and larvae of an unknown species, Maria Sybilla Meriaen Over de voortteeling en wonderbaerlyke veranderingen der

Pineapple Ananas comosus metamorphosis bamboo page
Pineapple (Ananas comosus) with metamorphosis of bamboo page (Philaethria dido) and twice-stabbed lady bird beetle (Chilocorus cacti)

Belly-ache bush Jatropha gossypifolia metamorphosis
Belly-ache bush (Jatropha gossypifolia) with metamorphosis of a giant sphinx moth (Cocytius antaeus), Maria Sybilla Meriaen Over de voortteeling en wonderbaerlyke veranderingen der Surinaemsche

Parrot flower Heliconia psittacorum leaves sweet potato
Parrot flower (Heliconia psittacorum) and leaves of sweet potato plant (Ipomoea batatus) with member of the mesquite bug (Pachylis pharanois) and larvae of an unidentified species of Eucleidae

Peacock flower Caesalpinia pulcherrima metamorphosis
Peacock flower (Caesalpinia pulcherrima) and metamorphosis of tobacco hawk moth (Manduca sexta), Maria Sybilla Meriaen Over de voortteeling en wonderbaerlyke veranderingen der Surinaemsche insecten

Branch genip tree Genipa americana South American
Branch of a genip tree (Genipa americana) with South American palm weevil (Rhynchophorus palmarum), unknown hairy larva (species of Megalopygidae), and bee (Eulema cingulata)

Thistle- plant Solanum stramoniifolium moth Automeris species
Thistle-like plant (Solanum stramoniifolium) with moth of the Automeris species, Molippa nibasa moth, and unidentified larva

Branch pomegranate tree Punica granatum blue morpho
Branch of a pomegranate tree (Punica granatum) with blue morpho butterfly (Morpho menelaus) and larva of banded sphinx (Eumorpha fasciata)

Engraved title Maria Sybilla Meriaen de voortteeling
Engraved title, Maria Sybilla Meriaen Over de voortteeling en wonderbaerlyke veranderingen der Surinaemsche insecten, Merian, Maria Sibylla, 1647-1717, Ottens, Frederik, Transfer engraving

Surinam caiman Paleosuchus palpebrosus biting
Surinam caiman (probably Paleosuchus palpebrosus) biting South American false coral snake (Anilius scytale), Maria Sybilla Meriaen Over de voortteeling en wonderbaerlyke veranderingen der

Branch cotton tree flower Gossypium barbadense
Branch of a cotton tree in flower (Gossypium barbadense), with butterfly (Helicopis cupido), and metamorphosis of moth of Hypercompe species, De Europische insecten, Merian, Maria Sibylla, 1647-1717

Pomelo shaddock Citrus maxima metamorphosis moth
Pomelo or shaddock (Citrus maxima) with metamorphosis of moth (Urania leilus), Maria Sybilla Meriaen Over de voortteeling en wonderbaerlyke veranderingen der Surinaemsche insecten, Merian

Branch fig tree Ficus carica metamorphosis fig sphinx
Branch of a fig tree (Ficus carica) with metamorphosis of fig sphinx (Pachylia ficus), and Pachylia syces moth, Maria Sybilla Meriaen Over de voortteeling en wonderbaerlyke veranderingen der

Moonflower Ipomoea alba Passalus interruptus
Moonflower (Ipomoea alba) with Passalus interruptus beetle and jewel beettle (Euchroma gigantea), Maria Sybilla Meriaen Over de voortteeling en wonderbaerlyke veranderingen der Surinaemsche insecten

Branch cassava Manihot esculenta black tegu lizard
Branch of a cassava (Manihot esculenta) with black tegu or lizard (Tupinambis nigropunctatus) and white peacock butterfly (Anartia jatrophae)

Blue morpho butterfly Morpho menelaus larva pupa
Blue morpho butterfly (Morpho menelaus), larva and pupa of an unidentified species, Maria Sybilla Meriaen Over de voortteeling en wonderbaerlyke veranderingen der Surinaemsche insecten, Merian

Musaceae plant Heliconia acuminata metamorphosis
Musaceae plant (Heliconia acuminata) with metamorphosis of southern armyworm (Spodoptera eridania), unidentified moth, and flying wasp

Water hyacinth Eichhornia crassipes giant water
Water hyacinth (Eichhornia crassipes) with giant water bugs (Lethocerus grandis), veined tree-frog (Phrynohyas venulosa), tadpoles, and eggs

Cardinal guard flower Pachystachys coccinea owl butterfly
Cardinals guard flower (Pachystachys coccinea) with owl butterfly (Caligo idomeneus) and unidentified larva, Maria Sybilla Meriaen Over de voortteeling en wonderbaerlyke veranderingen der

Branch sweet orange tree Citrus sinensis metamorphosis
Branch of sweet orange tree (Citrus sinensis) with metamorphosis of Rothschildia hesperus moth, Maria Sybilla Meriaen Over de voortteeling en wonderbaerlyke veranderingen der Surinaemsche insecten

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Surinamensium, a captivating journey through the wonders of nature. Delve into the realm of cacao, where the cocoa tree and its luscious fruit, Theobroma cacao, enchant with their rich flavors and aromatic essence. Witness the mesmerizing dance of life as a hairy larva species Podalia finds solace in the embrace of a guava Psidium guineense. Marvel at the delicate beauty of a banana tree flower Musa paradisiaca, attracting an io moth Automeris liberia with its vibrant hues. Behold the rustic sphinx perched upon a branch cassava Manihot esculenta, blending seamlessly with its surroundings. A blue morpho butterfly gracefully flutters on a branch pomegranate tree, casting an ethereal spell wherever it goes. The swamp immortelle Erythrina fusca becomes home to a saturniid moth, showcasing nature's intricate tapestry. Embark on an extraordinary metamorphosis alongside Ananas comosus - pineapple undergoes its magical transformation like bamboo turning pages. Discover the healing powers hidden within belly-ache bush Jatropha gossypifolia as it undergoes metamorphosis and reveals its true potential. Heliconia psittacorum leaves sway gently in harmony with sweet potato vines while parrot flowers bloom vividly nearby. Caesalpinia pulcherrima unveils its stunning peacock-like blossoms during another breathtaking metamorphosis that captivates all who behold it. Branch genip trees Genipa americana stand tall against South American landscapes, providing shelter for countless creatures seeking refuge. In this enchanting world lies Solanum stramoniifolium - thistle plant entwined by Automeris species moths; together they create an exquisite symphony of survival and adaptation.