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Curtis British Entomology Plate 362
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Curtis British Entomology Plate 362
Coleoptera: Leptura apicalis = Strangalia quadrifasciata (Horn-tipped Leptura) [Plant: Scutellaria minor (Less Skull-cap)] Date: 1824-39
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1820s 1830s Butterflies Butterfly Coleoptera Curtis Entomology Ledipotera Less Minor Skull Cap Scutellaria
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This image is taken from Curtis's British Entomology, Plate 362, featuring the striking Horn-tipped Leptura, specifically identified as Leptura apicalis, now recognized as Strangalia quadrifasciata. The Coleoptera, or beetle, is depicted gracefully perched on the delicate leaves of Scutellaria minor, commonly known as Less Skullcap. The meticulously detailed illustration was produced during the 1820s and 1830s by the renowned botanical artist John Curtis FLS. The Horn-tipped Leptura is a beautiful and intricately patterned beetle, with its distinctive elongated horn-like appendages on the tip of its thorax. The species is part of the Lepturidae family, which includes over 1,200 known species worldwide. The Less Skullcap plant, a native to Europe and Asia, is shown with its characteristic purple, tubular flowers, providing a striking contrast to the beetle's vibrant colors. This illustration is a testament to the remarkable attention to detail and accuracy that characterized the work of John Curtis and his contemporaries during the 19th century. The intricate patterns and textures of both the beetle and the plant are rendered with exceptional precision, providing a window into the natural world of over 180 years ago. The image is an essential addition to any collection of natural history or entomology, offering a glimpse into the rich biodiversity of the British Isles during the Victorian era.
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