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Curtis British Entomology Plate 145
Lepidoptera: Anarta myrtilli (Beautiful Yellow Underwing) [Plant: Calluna vulgaris (Common Ling)] Date: 1824-39
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This stunning image is a captivating representation of Curtis British Entomology Plate 145, featuring the Beautiful Yellow Underwing moth, Anarta myrtilli, and its host plant, Common Ling, Calluna vulgaris. The plate, published between 1824 and 1839, is a testament to the intricate detail and accuracy of natural history illustration during the 19th century. The Beautiful Yellow Underwing, also known as the Myrtle Beauty or the Myrtle Underwing, is a medium-sized moth with a wingspan of around 5 centimeters. Its wings are characterized by their striking yellow and brown markings, which provide excellent camouflage against the decaying leaves of its woodland habitat. The moth's underwings, as the name suggests, are a beautiful display of yellow and brown scales, making it a sight to behold when disturbed. The Common Ling, or Calluna vulgaris, is a low-growing evergreen shrub that forms dense heathlands and moorlands in Europe and Asia. It is an essential food source for the Beautiful Yellow Underwing, with the caterpillars feeding on the plant's leaves and flowers. This exquisite plate, produced by the renowned natural history illustrator John Curtis FLS, showcases the harmonious relationship between the Beautiful Yellow Underwing and its host plant, highlighting the importance of the natural world and the role of illustration in documenting and preserving it for future generations.
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