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Human flea and louse
Human flea, Pulex irritans 1, and human louse, Pediculus humanus 2. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuchs Bilderbuch fur Kinder (Picture Book for Children), Weimar, 1795
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1. Title: "A Glimpse into the Past: Human Flea and Louse from an 18th Century Picture Book for Children" This hand-colored copperplate engraving, taken from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's "Bilderbuch fur Kinder" (Picture Book for Children), published in Weimar in 1795, offers a fascinating glimpse into the natural history education of the past. The illustration showcases two intriguing creatures: the human flea (Pulex irritans, depicted in the upper left corner) and the human louse (Pediculus humanus, shown in the lower right). The human flea, Pulex irritans, is a small, wingless insect that feeds primarily on human blood. It is known for its remarkable ability to jump long distances, making it a formidable hitchhiker. The illustration accurately captures the flea's elongated body, powerful hind legs, and the rosette-like pattern on its back. The human louse, Pediculus humanus, is a parasitic insect that feeds exclusively on human blood. It is responsible for the transmission of various diseases, such as typhus and trench fever. The lower right corner of the engraving illustrates the louse's segmented body, six legs, and the characteristic claws on its limbs. This educational illustration, hand-colored with great attention to detail, would have been an essential part of the natural history lessons for children during the 18th century. The encyclopedic "Bilderbuch fur Kinder" aimed to provide young learners with a comprehensive understanding of the natural world, making it an invaluable resource for the study of entomology and the history of science. This image, preserved in the annals of history, serves as a testament to the enduring fascination with the natural world and the importance of education in fostering curiosity and knowledge.
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