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Convolvulus hawk-moth and bindweed
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Convolvulus hawk-moth and bindweed
Convolvulus hawk-moth, Agrius convolvuli, caterpillar and pupa with field bindweed, Convolvulus arvensis LXXV. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Maria Sibylla Merian from De Europischen Insecten, J.F. Bernard, Amsterdam. 1730. Reprint of Der Raupen wunderbare Verwandelung and sonderbare Blumennahrung
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Amsterdam Arvensis Bernard Bindweed Caterpillar Convolvulus Hawk Moth Maria Merian Minor Pupa Purpureus Sibylla Insecten
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This exquisitely hand-colored copperplate engraving by the renowned naturalist Maria Sibylla Merian showcases the fascinating relationship between the Convolvulus hawk-moth (Agrius convolvuli) and its host plant, the field bindweed (Convolvulus arvensis). The image captures the various stages of the moth's life cycle, including its caterpillar and pupa, as they feed and develop on the bindweed. Merian's meticulous observation and documentation of this interaction were part of her groundbreaking work, "De Europischen Insecten," published in Amsterdam by J.F. Bernard in 1730. This engraving is a reproduction of her earlier publication, "Der Raupen wunderbare Verwandelung und sonderbare Blumennahrung," which showcased the remarkable transformations of caterpillars and their unique flowering food sources. The Convolvulus hawk-moth is a large, striking moth with a wingspan of up to 10 centimeters. Its caterpillars are characterized by their long, curved spines and distinctive coloration, which helps protect them from predators. The moths are attracted to the field bindweed, a common weed with beautiful, purple-pink flowers. The caterpillars feed on the bindweed's leaves, and the adult moths are essential pollinators for the plant. Merian's intricate and detailed illustrations continue to captivate audiences and inspire appreciation for the intricate relationships between insects and their environments. This engraving is a testament to her dedication to documenting the natural world and her innovative approach to scientific illustration.
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