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Drinker moth, Euthrix potatoria
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Drinker moth, Euthrix potatoria
Drinker moth, Euthrix potatoria, male, female, larva, pupae. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Johann Georg Klinger from Eugenius Johann Christoph Espers Die Schmetterlinge in Abbildungen nach der Natur, Erlangen, 1786
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Abbildungen Aureum Bock Butterfly Carl Caterpillar Christoph Drinker Entomology Esper Eugenius Johann Larva Lepidoptera Metamorphosis Moth Nach Natur Noctua Phalaena Pupa Schmetterlinge Autographa Spangle
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This stunning hand-colored copperplate engraving by Johann Georg Klinger, titled "Die Schmetterlinge in Abbildungen nach der Natur," features the Drinker moth, Euthrix potatoria. The image showcases the various stages of this intriguing moth's life cycle, including the male and female adults, larva, and pupae. The Drinker moth, also known as the Gold Spangle, Autographa, Bractea, Euchalcia, Modestoides, Lamprotes, Aureum, Panchrysia, Deaurata, Phalaena, Noctua, Cuprea, and Euthrix, is a beautiful member of the Lepidoptera order. The adult moths have a wingspan of approximately 3.5 centimeters and are characterized by their golden-brown forewings and silver-gray hindwings, adorned with intricate patterns. Their eyespots, which are more prominent in the female, serve as a defense mechanism against predators. The larva, or caterpillar, of the Drinker moth is a voracious feeder, primarily consuming the leaves of various plant species. After completing its development, the caterpillar forms a pupa, or chrysalis, which allows it to undergo metamorphosis. The transformation from caterpillar to adult moth is a fascinating process, showcasing the incredible adaptability and complexity of the insect world. This exquisite engraving, created by Klinger for Eugenius Johann Christoph Espers' Die Schmetterlinge in Abbildungen nach der Natur, published in Erlangen in 1786, is a testament to the beauty and intrigue of the natural world. The intricate details and vibrant colors captured in the engraving make it a valuable addition to any collection of entomological or scientific art.
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