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Curtis British Entomology Plate 529
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Curtis British Entomology Plate 529
Diptera: Miltogramma punctata (Colletes? Attendant, or Bees?-nest Fly) [Plant: Coincya (Rhynchosinapis) monensis (Brassica monensis, Arran Cabbage)] Date: 1824-39
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1820s 1830s Arran Attendant Brassica Butterflies Butterfly Cabbage Curtis Diptera Entomology Ledipotera Punctata Bees Nest
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This image is taken from Curtis's British Entomology, Plate 529, featuring the intriguing Diptera species, Miltogramma punctata, also known as the Colletes Attendant or Bees-nest Fly. The fly is depicted in its natural habitat, perched on the petals of Coincya monensis, commonly known as Arran Cabbage or Brassica monensis. This plant is a member of the Brassicaceae family and is native to the Mediterranean region. The Miltogramma punctata is a small, slender fly with a distinctive appearance. The female fly is characterized by its long, cylindrical ovipositor, which is used to lay its eggs in the nests of solitary bees. The larvae of the fly feed on the developing bee brood, making them essential parasitoids in the ecosystem. The plate, which dates back to the 1820s or 1830s, was produced during the 19th century by the renowned British naturalist, John Curtis, FLS. Curtis was a prolific entomologist and botanist, who made significant contributions to the fields of mycology, entomology, and botany. His meticulously detailed illustrations, which were produced using the technique of hand-colored lithography, remain an invaluable resource for researchers and enthusiasts of natural history. This particular plate showcases the exquisite detail and precision of Curtis's work, with the intricacies of both the fly and the plant being captured in stunning detail. The delicate shading and vibrant colors bring the scene to life, transporting us back in time to an era when natural history was a source of fascination and wonder.
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