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Curtis British Entomology Plate 416
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Curtis British Entomology Plate 416
Lepidoptera: Melanippe blomeri = Discoloxia blomeri (Blomer?s Rivulet) [Plant: Cypripedium calceolus (European Ladies? Slipper)] Date: 1824-39
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This image is taken from Curtis's British Entomology, Plate 416, featuring Lepidoptera (Butterflies and Moths) with a focus on Melanippe blomeri, now known as Discoloxia blomeri. The butterfly is depicted gracefully perched on the petals of Cypripedium calceolus, commonly referred to as the European Ladies' Slipper orchid. The plate, published between 1824 and 1839, is an exquisite example of the intricate detail and precision that characterized John Curtis's work as a natural historian and artist. Melanippe blomeri, also known as Blomer's Rivulet or Blomer's Skipper, is a small, brown and orange butterfly native to Europe. Its name is derived from the German naturalist, Johann Christian Friedrich Höhlenndorff, who first described it in 1817, and was later named after its discoverer, Johann Christian Friedrich Höhlenndorff's colleague, Johann Christian Friedrich Höhlenndorff Blomer. The European Ladies' Slipper orchid, Cypripedium calceolus, is a beautiful and rare orchid species native to Europe, particularly in damp woodlands and meadows. The orchid's distinctive, slipper-shaped labellum is a favorite among pollinators, including bees and butterflies, making it an essential component of the ecosystem. This photograph is a testament to the natural beauty and intricacy of the natural world, as captured by the keen observations and artistic skills of John Curtis and his contemporaries during the 19th century. The delicate interplay between the butterfly and the orchid is a reminder of the interconnectedness of all living organisms and the importance of preserving and appreciating the natural world.
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