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Gonepteryx rhamni, brimstone
Plate 2 from Illustrations of British butterflies and their larvae, with the plants on which they feed, by Theo Johnson, 1892
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Archivist Arthropod Arthropoda Brimstone Butterflies Butterfly Gonepteryx Hexapod Hexapoda Insecta Johnson Larva Larvae Lepidoptera Lepidopteran Pieridae Theo Brimstone Butterfly Common Brimstone Gonepteryx Rhamni Invertebrata
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This stunning illustration is Plate 2 from "Illustrations of British butterflies and their larvae, with the plants on which they feed," a groundbreaking work by Theo Johnson, published in 1892. The illustration showcases the Brimstone Butterfly, Gonepteryx rhamni, in its adult form. Known as the Common Brimstone, this butterfly is easily recognizable by its bright yellow wings, which resemble the color of the leaves of the Buckthorn shrub, its preferred larval host plant. Theo Johnson, a renowned naturalist and illustrator, meticulously captured the intricate details of the Brimstone Butterfly, showcasing its pierid family features, such as its wings' wingtip tails and the prominent eyespots on its forewings. This illustration is an essential contribution to the scientific record of British Lepidoptera, providing valuable insights into the butterfly's appearance and its relationship with its host plant. As an archivist, I am particularly drawn to this illustration due to its historical significance and the high-quality detail that Johnson achieved through his artistic skills. The Brimstone Butterfly is an essential part of the Hexapoda (six-legged) and Invertebrata (animals without backbones) families, and its larvae, depicted in other plates of Johnson's work, are equally fascinating. This illustration is a testament to the beauty and diversity of the natural world and the importance of documenting it for future generations.
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