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Curtis British Entomology Plate 437
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Curtis British Entomology Plate 437
Diptera: Phora abdominalis = Diploneura florescens (Red-bodied Phora) [Plant: Myosurus minimus (Little Mouse-tail)] Date: 1824-39
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1820s 1830s Butterflies Butterfly Curtis Diptera Entomology Ledipotera Minimus
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This image is taken from Curtis's British Entomology, Plate 437, featuring the intricately detailed illustration of the Red-bodied Phora (Diptera: Phora abdominalis, syn. Diploneura florescens) perched gracefully on the delicate white flowers of the Little Mouse-tail plant (Myosurus minimus). The plate, published between 1824 and 1839, is a testament to the meticulous work of the renowned English botanist and entomologist, John Curtis (FLS). The Red-bodied Phora, a member of the family Ledipteridae, is a small fly with a distinctive red abdomen and black wings. The adult flies are typically found near water, where they lay their eggs in the water or on the shores. The larvae are aquatic, feeding on various small organisms. The Little Mouse-tail plant, a native of Europe and Asia, is a small aquatic or terrestrial herb that grows in damp places. Its tiny, white flowers bloom in dense spikes, attracting a variety of insects, including the Red-bodied Phora. This exquisite illustration, produced during the 1820s and 1830s, offers a glimpse into the rich natural history of the 19th century. The intricate detail and precise observation showcase the dedication and passion of John Curtis and his team, who painstakingly documented the diverse insect fauna of Britain. The combination of the Red-bodied Phora and the Little Mouse-tail plant creates a stunning visual representation of the delicate balance between insects and their habitats.
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