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Viceroy butterfly, Limenitis archippus
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Viceroy butterfly, Limenitis archippus
Viceroy butterfly, Limenitis archippus.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany 1812
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Butterfly Frederick Limenitis Miscellany Naturalist Nodder Polydore Shaw Viceroy
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This exquisite handcolored copperplate engraving showcases the Viceroy butterfly, Limenitis archippus, as it was beautifully captured in the early 19th century. The intricate details of the butterfly's wings, with their distinct black and orange patterns, are brought to life through the skillful use of color. The Viceroy, a member of the Nymphalidae family, is native to North and Central America and is known for its striking resemblance to the Monarch butterfly, Danaus plexippus. This similarity serves as an effective defense mechanism, as predators that have learned to associate the warning colors of the Monarch with distasteful or toxic species are less likely to attack the Viceroy. The engraving is taken from George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's "The Naturalist's Miscellany," published in 1812. Shaw (1751-1813) was an English naturalist, artist, and author, best known for his work on the natural history of mammals. Nodder (1766-1815) was a British naturalist, artist, and engraver, who contributed significantly to the fields of ornithology and entomology. The collaboration between Shaw and Nodder resulted in a series of high-quality, handcolored plates that showcased a wide range of natural history subjects. This particular image of the Viceroy butterfly is a testament to the artists' and engravers' mastery of their craft, as well as their deep appreciation for the natural world. The historical significance of this engraving lies not only in its beautiful depiction of the Viceroy but also in its role as a record of natural history knowledge from over two centuries ago.
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