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Oak eggar, poplar lappet and Tau emperor
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Oak eggar, poplar lappet and Tau emperor
Oak eggar, Lasiocampa quercus 1, poplar lappet, Gastropacha populifolia 2, and Tau emperor, Aglia tau 3. Bombyx du chene, Bombyx feuille de peuplier, Bombyx tau. Handcoloured lithograph from Musee du Naturaliste dedie a la Jeunesse, Histoire des Papillons, Hippolyte and Polydor Pauquet, Paris, 1833
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Bombyx Dedie Eggar Histoire Jeunesse Lappet Lasiocampa Musee Naturaliste Poplar Quercus Chene Feuille Peuplier
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This stunning hand-colored lithograph, titled "Oak Eggar, Poplar Lappet, and Tau Emperor" from the "Histoire des Papillons" series by Hippolyte and Polydor Pauquet, showcases three exquisite moths: the Oak Eggar (Lasiocampa quercus), the Poplar Lappet (Gastropacha populifolia), and the Tau Emperor (Aglia tau). Each moth is depicted in intricate detail, revealing their unique features and vibrant colors. The Oak Eggar, also known as the Oak Wainscot or the White-marked Tiger, is a large, brown moth with distinctive white markings. It is commonly found in oak woodlands and is known for its distinctive, ear-like projections on the forewings. The Poplar Lappet, also known as the Poplar Sphinx or the Poplar Hawk-moth, is a large, gray moth with distinctive, triangular projections on the forewings. It is commonly found near poplar trees and is known for its long proboscis, which it uses to feed on the nectar of flowers. The Tau Emperor, also known as the Tau Moth or the Tiger Moth, is a large, orange and black moth with distinctive, white spots and a distinctive, curved, horn-like projection on the head. It is commonly found in deciduous forests and is known for its ability to fly long distances. This beautiful lithograph, produced in 1833 by the Musee du Naturaliste dedie a la Jeunesse, showcases the natural beauty and intricacy of these three moths, providing a glimpse into the fascinating world of Lepidoptera.
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