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Garden acraea, common bematistes, and western
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Garden acraea, common bematistes, and western
Garden acraea butterfly, Acraea horta upper side 1, under side 2, common bematistes, Bematistes epaea A. gea male 3, 4, and western incipient false acraea, Pseudacraea hostilia, Nymphalis hostilia 5, 6. Handcoloured lithograph from John O. Westwoods new edition of Dru Drurys Illustrations of Exotic Entomology, Bohn, London, 1837. Garden acraea butterfly, Acraea horta upper side 1, under side 2, common bematistes, Bematistes epaea A. gea male 3, 4, and western incipient false acraea, Pseudacraea hostilia, Nymphalis hostilia 5, 6. Handcoloured lithograph from John O. Westwoods new edition of Dru Drurys Illustrations of Exotic Entomology, Bohn, London, 1837
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Butterfly Common False Horta Nymphalis Westwood Acraea Upper
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This stunning handcoloured lithograph, taken from the new edition of Dru Drury's Illustrations of Exotic Entomology published by Bohn in London in 1837, showcases an intriguing assembly of six different species of African butterflies. The central figure is the Garden Acraea, Acraea horta, depicted on both the upper side with its vibrant orange, black, and white wings, and the under side with its intricate pattern of brown and grey. Adorning the left side of the print are the Common Bematistes, Bematistes epaea, represented by the male specimen with its distinctive black and orange wings. Nearby, the Western Incipient False Acraea, Pseudacraea hostilia, and Nymphalis hostilia can be found. The Western Incipient False Acraea is shown on the upper side with its striking orange and black wings, while the Nymphalis hostilia is displayed on the under side with its intricate brown and white pattern. The Western Incipient False Acraea and Nymphalis hostilia are often mistaken for Acraea species due to their similar appearance. However, they belong to different genera. The male Common Bematistes, with its black wings adorned with orange spots, is also shown in the print. This lithograph not only showcases the beauty of these African butterflies but also serves as a testament to the meticulous work of the illustrators and the advanced techniques of the time. The intricate details and vibrant colors bring these delicate creatures to life, offering a glimpse into the rich biodiversity of Africa's natural world.
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