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Yellow tiger moth, white ermine larva, etc
Yellow tiger moth, Arctia flavia 1, Ptilocephala albida 2, Calliergis ramosa 3, and white ermine larva, Spilosoma lubricipeda 4. Bombyx flavia, albida, ramosa, Phalaena ermineae. 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 Autumn Butterfly Caterpillar Christoph Entomology Ermine Esper Eugenius Georg Johann Klinger Lappet Larva Lepidoptera Metamorphosis Moth Nach Natur Pupa Schmetterlinge Silkworm Tiger
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving, created by Johann Carl Bock for Eugenius Johann Christoph Espers' Die Schmetterlinge in Abbildungen nach der Natur (Butterflies Represented in Pictures According to Nature), published in Erlangen in 1786, showcases an intriguing assembly of moths and a larva. The central figure is the Yellow Tiger Moth, Arctia flavia (1), with its vibrant yellow wings adorned with black spots and distinctive orange and black markings. To the left, the White Ermine Larva, Spilosoma lubricipeda (4), is depicted in its striking camouflage, resembling a twig or leaf. The White Ermine Moth, Phalaena ermineae, is known for its striking contrast between its black and white wings. The small moths in the upper right corner are the White-marked Tiger Moth, Ptilocephala albida (2), and the Calliergis Ramosa (3). The former is characterized by its white spots on the forewings, while the latter is known for its unique, feathery antennae. The lower left corner features the Lemonia ilicifolia (not visible), the Taraxaci (not visible), and the Phyllodesma (not visible), which are likely other moth species. This stunning artwork not only highlights the natural beauty of these insects but also provides a glimpse into the intricate details of their morphology. The metamorphosis from caterpillar to pupa and eventually to a fully-formed adult is a fascinating aspect of the Lepidoptera (moths and butterflies) family. This engraving, with its remarkable accuracy and attention to detail, is a testament to the dedicated work of the entomologist Eugenius Johann Christoph Esper and the artistic skills of Johann Carl Bock.
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