Curtis British Entomology Plate 394

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Curtis British Entomology Plate 394

Coleoptera: Spercheus emarginatus (Notch-headed Hydrophilus) [Plant: Ranunculus lingua (Great Spearwort)] Date: 1824-39

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1820s 1830s Butterflies Butterfly Coleoptera Curtis Entomology Ledipotera Lingua Ranunculus Hydrophilus Spearwort

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This image is taken from Curtis's British Entomology, Plate 394, featuring the Notch-headed Hydrophilus, Spercheus emarginatus, and the Great Spearwort, Ranunculus lingua. Dated between 1824 and 1839, this exquisite plate is a testament to the intricate detail and accuracy of natural history illustration during the 19th century. The Notch-headed Hydrophilus, a member of the Coleoptera family, is depicted gracefully perched on the vibrant, emerald-green leaves of the Great Spearwort. The Hydrophilus, also known as water scavenger beetles, are characterized by their elongated, flat bodies and aquatic larvae. The Notch-headed Hydrophilus, with its distinctive notch on the head, is a common sight in shallow, freshwater habitats. The Great Spearwort, Ranunculus lingua, is a beautiful aquatic plant with slender, spear-shaped leaves and bright yellow flowers. This plant is native to Europe, Asia, and northern Africa, and is commonly found in shallow, nutrient-rich waters. John Curtis, FLS, was a renowned British botanist and entomologist, who dedicated his life to the study and documentation of the natural world. His seminal work, Curtis's British Entomology, was published in installments between 1824 and 1839, and remains an invaluable resource for the study of British insects. This stunning plate, with its meticulous illustration of the Notch-headed Hydrophilus and the Great Spearwort, offers a glimpse into the rich biodiversity of the natural world during the 1800s. It is a reminder of the importance of documenting and preserving the natural world for future generations to appreciate and learn from.

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