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Curtis British Entomology Plate 443
Coleoptera: Callicerus spencii = Callicerus obscurus (Spencean Staphylinus) [Plant: Tamus communis (Black Bryony)] Date: 1824-39
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This image is taken from Curtis's British Entomology, Plate 443, featuring the Coleoptera species Callicerus spencii, now identified as Callicerus obscurus, also known as the Spencean Staphylinus. The intricately detailed beetle is shown in its natural habitat, perched on the stem of the Black Bryony plant, Tamus communis. The plate, which dates back to the 1820s-1830s, is a testament to the meticulous work of John Curtis, FLS, who dedicated his life to documenting the diverse insect fauna of Britain during the 19th century. Callicerus obscurus is a small, black beetle with a distinctive elongated body and long antennae. This species is part of the family Ledipteridae, which includes the Staphylinidae, or rove beetles. The Spencean Staphylinus earned its name due to its association with the botanist Henry Spence, who first described it in 1824. The Black Bryony plant, Tamus communis, is a creeping vine that bears small, white flowers and red berries. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia, and is known for its medicinal properties. The plant's tuberous roots have been used to treat various ailments, including rheumatism and gout. This exquisite plate, with its harmonious composition and precise illustration, offers a glimpse into the rich natural history of Britain during the 19th century. It is a testament to the passion and dedication of John Curtis and his contemporaries, who sought to document the natural world in all its intricacy and beauty.
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