Curtis British Entomology Plate 204

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Curtis British Entomology Plate 204

Coleoptera: Micropeplus tesserula (Irish Micropeplus) [Plant: Alchemilla alpina (Cinquefoil Ladies? Mantle)] Date: 1824-39

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1820s 1830s Alpina Butterflies Butterfly Cinquefoil Coleoptera Curtis Entomology Ledipotera Mantle Alchemilla

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This image is a rare glimpse into the natural world of the 1820s and 1830s, as depicted in Curtis's British Entomology Plate 204. The plate, featuring the Coleoptera species Micropeplus tesserula, commonly known as the Irish Micropeplus, is a testament to the intricate detail and precision of natural history illustration during the 19th century. The Coleoptera order, or beetles, is the largest order of insects, and the Micropeplus tesserula is a small, elongated species with a distinctive pattern of black and red markings. The beetle is shown in its natural habitat, perched on the leaves of Alchemilla alpina, also known as Ladies' Mantle or Cinquefoil. This low-growing plant, native to Europe and Asia, is characterized by its rosette of lobed, five-lobed leaves and small, white or pink flowers. The illustration is part of John Curtis's extensive work on British Entomology, published between 1824 and 1839. Curtis, a renowned naturalist and botanist, was a leading figure in the scientific community of his time, and his meticulously detailed plates were considered the standard reference for the study of British insects. This particular plate, featuring the Micropeplus tesserula and Alchemilla alpina, showcases the harmonious relationship between insects and their plant hosts. The delicate interplay of colors and forms, captured by the skilled hand of the illustrator, invites the viewer to explore the beauty and complexity of the natural world. The intricate details of the beetle's exoskeleton and the textured surface of the Ladies' Mantle leaves are rendered with remarkable accuracy, providing a window into the past and a reminder of the rich biodiversity that continues to inspire and fascinate us today.

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