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Muslin moth, Diaphora mendica
Muslin moth, Diaphora mendica. Phalaena mendica, Phalaena pupillata. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Johann Carl Bock from Eugenius Johann Christoph Espers Die Schmetterlinge in Abbildungen nach der Natur, Erlangen, 1786
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Abbildungen Bock Butterfly Caesarea Carl Caterpillar Christoph Entomology Esper Eugenius Johann Larva Lepidoptera Metamorphosis Morio Moth Moths Muslin Nach Natur Phalaena Pupa Schmetterlinge
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving depicts the Muslin Moth, Diaphora mendica, also known by its synonyms Epatolmis caesarea, Penthophera morio, Phalaena mendica, Phalaena pupillata, and Luctifera mendica. The moth belongs to the family Eupterotidae and is native to the Old World, particularly in Europe, North Africa, and Asia. The Muslin Moth is named for the fine, silken fabric that covers its pupal case, which resembles muslin cloth. The adult moth has a wingspan of around 5 centimeters and is characterized by its striking, patterned wings. The forewings are covered in a complex array of brown, gray, and black markings, while the hindwings are a pale, almost transparent color. The life cycle of the Muslin Moth involves complete metamorphosis, with the transformation from caterpillar to adult taking place in the pupal stage. The caterpillar, which is not depicted in this engraving, is a voracious feeder, consuming a variety of leaves and stems. Once it has reached maturity, the caterpillar constructs a silken cocoon, within which it transforms into the pupa. After several weeks, the adult moth emerges, ready to begin its short adult life, during which it mates and lays eggs, marking the beginning of the next generation. This beautiful and intricately detailed engraving was created by the skilled hand of Johann Carl Bock, as part of Eugenius Johann Christoph Espers' Die Schmetterlinge in Abbildungen nach der Natur (The Butterflies in Representations according to Nature), published in Erlangen in 1786. The work was a groundbreaking contribution to the field of entomology, showcasing the natural history of Lepidoptera, or moths and butterflies, in stunning detail. Today, this engraving remains a testament to the beauty and intrigue of the natural world and the artistry of its depiction.
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