Aphis Collection

Royal Navy, HMS Aphis

Rose aphid, Aphis rosae, on rose bush. Handcoloured lithograph from Georg Friedrich Treitschkes Gallery of Natural History, Naturhistorischer Bildersaal des Thierreiches, Liepzig, 1842

Virginia bluebells, aphids and bedbug
Peach aphid, Myzus persicae 1, rose aphid, Macrosiphum rosae 2, Virginia bluebells, Mertensia pulmonarioides 3, and bedbug, Cimex lectularius 4. Pucerons, Pulmonaire, Punaise

Curtis British Entomology Plate 577
Hemiptera: Aphis tiliae = Eucallipterus tiliae (Lime-tree Aphis) [Plant: Acer pseudoplatanus (Sycamore)] Date: 1824-39

Curtis British Entomology Plate 576
Hemiptera: Cinara roboris = Lachnus roboris (Clouded-winged Oak Aphis) [Plant: Trifolium arvense (Hare?s-foot Trefoil)] Date: 1824-39

Re-Appearance of the Aphis Vastator on the Potato Plant (engraving)
1095951 Re-Appearance of the Aphis Vastator on the Potato Plant (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Re-Appearance of the Aphis Vastator on the Potato Plant)

HMS Aphis early 1900s

Insects injurious to cotton and corn engraving 1873
Facts for Farmers - Materials fror Land-owners about Domestic Animals, Gardens and Vineyards, Edited by Solon Robinson in Two Volumens New York, A.J.Johnson 1873

Insects injurious to wheat engraving 1873
Facts for Farmers - Materials fror Land-owners about Domestic Animals, Gardens and Vineyards, Edited by Solon Robinson in Two Volumens New York, A.J.Johnson 1873

Close-Up Aphis
8th September 1945: A microphotograph of a strawberry aphis (capitophorus fragariae). Original Publication: Picture Post - 2086 - Gas War Against Farmers Pest - pub

European Elm Leafcurl Aphid (Eriosoma ulmi), and smaller Green Apple Aphid (Aphis pomi)

Aphis fabae, black bean aphid
Scanning electron microscope image showing a frontal view of a black bean aphid on leaf (x100). Aphids or plant lice are small, plant-sucking insects

Aphis Vastator, potatoe disease
These are illustrations of Aphis Vastator, the supposed cause of the potatoe disease which struck Ireland in the mid-nineteenth century with terrible consequences

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The Aphis, a name that resonates with various contexts and species, holds a significant place in history and nature. In the early 1900s, the Royal Navy proudly sailed HMS Aphis, a vessel that symbolized strength and resilience. Meanwhile, on land, the delicate rose bushes faced their own battles against the Rose Aphid (Aphis rosae), as depicted in Curtis British Entomology Plate 577. Nature's intricate web continued to unfold as Virginia bluebells found themselves hosting aphids alongside bedbugs. The enchanting scene captured by Curtis British Entomology Plate 576 showcased this unexpected coexistence. However, not all encounters with aphids were harmonious. Engravings from "The Pictorial Museum of Animated Nature" revealed the re-appearance Vastator on potato plants—an unwelcome sight for farmers striving for healthy crops. Throughout history, engravings like "Insects injurious to cotton and corn" (1873) and "Insects injurious to wheat" (1873) shed light on the destructive impact of these tiny creatures on vital agricultural resources. Yet amidst these challenges emerged moments of awe-inspiring beauty. Close-up shots unveiled intricate details of an Aphis specimen—its delicate body adorned with vibrant colors—a reminder that even within seemingly insignificant beings lies extraordinary artistry. Within this diverse family of insects resides another fascinating duo: the European Elm Leafcurl Aphid (Eriosoma ulmi) and its smaller counterpart—the Green Apple Aphid (Aphis pomi). These two species intertwine their destinies upon leaves and branches while leaving us marveling at nature's intricacies. From naval expeditions to entomological discoveries, from agricultural setbacks to captivating close-ups—aphids have woven themselves into our world's tapestry. Their presence serves as a constant reminder that even within minute organisms lie stories waiting to be explored and appreciated.