Winged Collection (page 95)

Hospita skipper butterfly (Jemadia hospita). This specimen is from Peru

Giant dead leaf mantis (Deroplatys desiccata). This mantis is found in South-East Asia. This specimen is from Malaysia

Verdant sphinx hawkmoth (Euchloron megaera). This specimen is from the Mughese Forest, North Malawi

Giant dead leaf mantis head and forelegs
Giant dead leaf mantis (Deroplatys desiccata), close-up of the head and forelegs. This mantis is found in South-East Asia. This specimen is from Malaysia

Sanaea katydid (Sanaea regalis). Katydids (bush-crickets) are also known as long-horned grasshoppers. This specimen is from Thailand

Rhetus arcius butterfly. This specimen is from Peru

Asian giant hornet (Vespa mandarinia). This is the worlds largest hornet, found in temperate and tropical Eastern Asia. It reaches a body length of around 5 centimetres

Precis almana butterfly. This specimen is from India

Gaudy commodore butterfly (Precis octavia sesamus). This is the winter form of the southern subspecies P. octavia sesamus. The northern subspecies P. octavia octavia only has one form

Sasima katydid. Katydids (bush-crickets) are also known as long-horned grasshoppers. This specimen is from Malaysia

Tosena cicada (Tosena albata). This specimen is from Thailand

Tailed orange butterfly (Eurema proterpia). This specimen is from San Jeronimo, Chiapas, Mexico

Callicore aegina butterfly, underside. This specimen is from Peru

Hooded praying mantis (Rhombodera basalis). This specimen is from East Java, Indonesia

Chinese three-tailed swallowtail (Bhutanitis thaidina). This specimen is from Kangding, Sichuan, China

Urania swallowtail moth (Urania fulgens). This is a day-flying moth. This specimen is from San Jeronimo, Chiapas, Mexico

Luzon peacock swallowtail (Papilio chikae chikae). This butterfly is endemic to the Philippines

Augochlora sweat bee (Augochlora pura). The sweat bees are so-called because they are often attracted to perspiration. This specimen is from Brazil

Bat, historical artwork. 16th Century woodcut print of an owl. Published in Histoire de la nature des oyseaux by the French naturalist Pierre Belon (1555)

Phymateus grasshopper (Phymateus saxosus). The Phymateus grasshoppers are part of a wider grasshopper family known as the gaudy grasshoppers. This specimen is from Madagascar

Death s-head hawkmoth (Acherontia atropos). This specimen is from North Africa

Mountain apollo butterfly (Parnassius apollo nevadensis). This is a subspecies of the mountain apollo, named for the Sierra Nevada mountains of Spain. This specimen is from Bronchales, Spain

Thecla bitias butterfly. This specimen is from Quintana Roo, Mexico

Neglected 89 butterfly (Diaethria neglecta). The patterns on this butterflys wings form either the number 88 or, as here, the number 89, depending on the individual

Caduceus, artwork
Caduceus, computer artwork. The caduceus is an ancient symbol that is often associated with the medical profession

Robotic fly, artwork
Robotic fly, computer artwork

Golden-ringed dragonfly female
Female golden-ringed dragonfly at rest. New Forest, UK July 2011

Spread of genetically modified genes, conceptual image. Computer artwork representing the possibility of genes from genetically modified animals spreading into the natural wild population

Black-tailed skimmer male
Immature male black-tailed skimmer dragonfly. Studland Heath, Dorset, UK June 2011

Common shelduck in flight
Common shelduck (Tadorna tadorna) in flight. This duck inhabits coastal areas throughout much of Europe, Asia and North Africa

European hornet on a mirror. The European hornet (Vespa crabro) is the largest European wasp. Photographed in Dorset, UK, in August

Honey bee feeding on Sedum flowers
Honey bee (Apis sp.) feeding on Sedum sp. flowers. Photographed in Dorset, UK, in September

Flying fish, 17th century artwork
Flying fish near a ship in stormy waters, coloured 17th century artwork. Flying fish use their front (pectoral) fins as wings

Dimorphodons hunting. Artwork of dimorphodon flying reptiles fishing on the coast of what is now England, 195 million years ago in the early Jurassic Period

Comma butterfly (Polygonia c-album) resting on Sedum flowers. This butterfly is found throughout Europe and Asia. The commas ragged looking wings resemble a fallen leaf when closed in order to avoid

Winged black ants. Swarm of winged black ants (Lasius niger) emerging from cracks in the ground. During the hot summer months winged reproductive males

Ant types, artwork
Ant types. Computer artwork showing five different types of ant, ranging from small (left) to large (right)

Cream-spot tiger moth (Arctia villica). This moth often flies during the day and night and any predators such as birds are scared off by its warning coloration

Space plane in Earth orbit. Space planes are a future type of spacecraft, designed to ascend to and descend from Earth orbit on wings, with rockets used in the final stages

Microraptor dinosaur, artwork
Microraptor dinosaur. Computer artwork of a microraptor dino-bird on a fern around 120 million years ago during the early Cretaceous period, in what is now Liaoning, China

Jetman, artwork

Greenbottle fly (Lucilia caesar)

Twin-lobed deerfly (Chrysops relictus). Male deerflies are nectar feeders, whereas the females bite mammals (including humans) to feed on their blood. Photographed in Italy

Ruddy darter dragonflies mating. Close-up of a male (red) and female ruddy darter (Sympetrum sanguineum) mating on a dead seed head. Photographed in Umbria, Italy, in summer

Housefly
House fly (Musca domestica)

Scarlet dragonfly (Crocothemis erythraea) dragonfly on a plant stalk. Photographed in Italy

Ruddy darter dragonfly
Ruddy darter. Close-up of a male ruddy darter (Sympetrum sanguineum) dragonfly on a plant stalk. Photographed in Umbria, Italy, in summer

Large red damselfly, artwork
Large red damselfly (Pyrrhosoma nymphula), artwork. This winged insect, one of the most common damselflies, is found in Europe in and around wetland areas, feeding on small insects

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"Winged: A Journey Through Art, Nature, and Mythology" Immerse yourself in the world of wings as we explore the captivating realm of flight. From ancient Greek mythology to stunning alpine landscapes, this 150 caption takes you on a visual odyssey through various interpretations creatures. Let's start with "Hermes" by Jonnard in 1886, an exquisite portrayal of the messenger god donning his iconic winged sandals. The artwork beautifully captures Hermes' swift movement and divine grace. Moving forward, we encounter the majestic "Winged Victory of Samothrace, " also known as Nike of Samothrace. This Hellenistic masterpiece stands proudly atop a grand staircase at the Louvre Museum, symbolizing triumph and power. Venturing into a different artistic realm, imagine gazing up at a ceiling adorned with intricate depictions of 80 Ethiopian cherubs with delicate wings. Each brushstroke brings these heavenly beings to life in ethereal beauty. Transitioning from art to nature's canvas, picture yourself standing amidst Wengen's breathtaking landscape in Switzerland's Bernese Oberland region. At an elevation of 1274m above sea level, you can almost feel the crisp mountain air as you marvel at snow-capped peaks and soaring winged birds gliding effortlessly across the sky. Speaking of birds, let us not forget about our vibrant insect friends like the Red Admiral butterfly perched delicately on sun-kissed plants. Its elegant wings display striking patterns that mesmerize observers lucky enough to witness its sunbathing ritual. Shifting gears towards ancient civilizations, we encounter the imposing Winged Assyrian Bull—a symbol representing strength and protection throughout Mesopotamian history. These colossal statues evoke awe-inspiring wonder even after centuries have passed. Stepping back into more recent times brings us to Illustrated London News' Christmas number cover from 1904—an enchanting illustration capturing festive cheer with winged cherubs spreading joy and merriment.