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Strigocossus crassa, Basiothia medea
Strigocossus crassa moth 1, small verdant hawk, Basiothia medea 2, and Horama plumipes moth 3. Handcoloured lithograph from John O. Westwoods new edition of Dru Drurys Illustrations of Exotic Entomology, Bohn, London, 1837. Strigocossus crassa moth 1, small verdant hawk, Basiothia medea 2, and Horama plumipes moth 3. Handcoloured lithograph from John O. Westwoods new edition of Dru Drurys Illustrations of Exotic Entomology, Bohn, London, 1837
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This hand-colored lithograph, taken from John O. Westwood's new edition of Dru Drury's Illustrations of Exotic Entomology, published by Bohn in London in 1837, showcases three intriguing moths: Strigocossus crassus, Basiothia medea, and Horama plumipes. The central figure is the large, striking Strigocossus crassa moth, also known as the Hepialus crassus or the Verdant Sphinx Moth. Its wings are adorned with a vibrant green hue, resembling the foliage of its natural habitat, making it an excellent camouflage against predators. The small verdant hawk, depicted above the Strigocossus, adds a sense of scale to the image, highlighting the impressive size of this moth. Basiothia medea, the second moth in the illustration, is a Sphinx Moth, identified by its long proboscis, which it uses to feed on nectar. Its wings display a beautiful pattern of orange, black, and white. The third moth, Horama plumipes, is also a Sphinx Moth, characterized by its long proboscis and distinctive white markings on its wings. The Aegeria moth, which is not present in this image, was likely included in the original Dru Drury publication, as it was a common addition to such entomological works of the time. The meticulous hand-coloring and intricate details in this lithograph provide a stunning representation of these exotic moths, offering a glimpse into the natural world of the 19th century.
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