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Curtis British Entomology Plate 478
Coleoptera: Synodendron cylindricum (Cylindrical Lucanus) [Plant: Umbilicus rupestris (Colyledon umbulicus, Common Navel-wort)] Date: 1824-39
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1820s 1830s Butterflies Butterfly Coleoptera Common Curtis Cylindrical Entomology Ledipotera Lucanus Rupestris Umbilicus
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This image is taken from Curtis's British Entomology, Plate 478, featuring the Cylindrical Lucanus, scientifically known as Synodendron cylindricum. The intricately detailed beetle is shown gracefully perched atop the leaves of Common Navel-wort, or Umbilicus rupestris (also known as Colyedon umbulicus). The plate, published between 1824 and 1839, is a testament to the meticulous work of English botanist and entomologist, John Curtis, FLS. The Cylindrical Lucanus, a member of the Lucanidae family, is characterized by its elongated, cylindrical body and distinctive, vibrant markings. The beetle's elongated form is a unique adaptation that allows it to roll into a ball when threatened, providing an effective defense mechanism. The Common Navel-wort, a succulent plant, is shown in its natural habitat, with its fleshy leaves and small, pink, star-shaped flowers. This plant, native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa, is commonly found in rocky, limestone areas and is known for its ability to form symbiotic relationships with certain insects, including the Cylindrical Lucanus. This stunning plate, a beautiful example of 19th-century natural history illustration, showcases the delicate balance between insects and their plant hosts. The intricate details of both the beetle and the plant are rendered with exceptional precision, providing a glimpse into the natural world of the past. The plate is part of the extensive collection of Curtis's British Entomology, a series of publications that documented the insects of Great Britain and Ireland during the 1800s. This plate, along with the others in the series, offers a valuable record of the natural history of the time and continues to be a source of fascination for naturalists, historians, and collectors alike.
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