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Long-headed African locust, Acrida nasuta
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Long-headed African locust, Acrida nasuta
Long-headed African locust, Acrida nasuta (Long-fronted locust, Gryllus nasutus). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1806
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This exquisitely detailed hand-colored copperplate engraving depicts the Long-headed African Locust, Acrida nasuta, also known as the Long-fronted Locust or Gryllus nasutus. The illustration was drawn and engraved by the skilled hand of Richard Polydore Nodder and published in George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's The Naturalist's Miscellany in London, 1806. The Long-headed African Locust is a large grasshopper species native to Africa, characterized by its distinctive elongated head, which is almost as long as its body. Its coloration varies from green to brown, with darker markings on its thorax and legs. The locust is a herbivore, feeding on a wide range of vegetation, including leaves, stems, and seeds. This illustration is a testament to the meticulous attention to detail and accuracy that characterized the works of the Nodder family and George Shaw during the era of natural history exploration and documentation. The Naturalist's Miscellany was a popular publication that showcased a diverse range of natural history subjects, from insects and arachnids to birds, mammals, and reptiles. The Long-headed African Locust is an essential component of the African ecosystem and plays a vital role in maintaining the balance of the natural world. Despite its importance, this species is facing various threats, including habitat loss, overgrazing, and climate change, which have led to population declines in some areas. Conservation efforts are ongoing to protect and preserve the Long-headed African Locust and its habitat, ensuring the continued survival of this fascinating and beautiful creature.
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