Curtis British Entomology Plate 402

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Curtis British Entomology Plate 402

Coleoptera: Cis bidentatus (Double-horned Cis) [Plant: Chenopodium sp. (Chenopodium acutifolium, Sharp Entire-leaved Goosefoot)] Date: 1824-39

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1820s 1830s Butterflies Butterfly Chenopodium Coleoptera Curtis Entomology Ledipotera Sharp Goosefoot

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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 402. The meticulously detailed print features the Double-horned Cis beetle, Cis bidentatus, in its natural habitat amongst the leaves of a Chenopodium sp. plant, believed to be Chenopodium acutifolium or Sharp Entire-leaved Goosefoot. The Double-horned Cis beetle is a small, elongated beetle belonging to the family Cisidae, order Coleoptera. The beetle's distinctive feature is the pair of horns on its pronotum, giving it an intriguing appearance. The beetle's body is a uniform brown color, and its legs are long and slender. The Chenopodium sp. plant is a member of the Amaranthaceae family, commonly known as goosefoots or pigweeds. The plant is characterized by its slender stems and small, triangular leaves. In this print, the plant's leaves are shown in various stages of growth, providing a glimpse into its life cycle. This beautiful and intricate print is a testament to the natural history illustration skills of the time, and the dedication of John Curtis, FLS, to documenting the natural world. The plate is part of Curtis's British Entomology series, which was published between 1824 and 1839 and remains an essential resource for entomologists and natural historians today. The Double-horned Cis beetle and Chenopodium sp. plant are just two of the many fascinating subjects captured in Curtis's British Entomology series, offering a unique window into the natural world of the 19th century.

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