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Orange Tip Butterflies
Orange Tip Butterflies Date: 1868
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This image, dated 1868, showcases a pair of Orange Tip Butterflies (Anthocharis cardamines) in their intricate beauty. The Orange Tip Butterfly is a small European butterfly, easily recognizable by the bright orange tip on the underside of their forewings. This anatomical detail is clearly visible in the photograph, adding to the scientific interest of the image. Butterflies have long been a subject of fascination for entomologists and naturalists, and this photograph is a testament to the advancements in technology and technique during the late 19th century. The intricate details of the butterflies' wings are captured with remarkable clarity, revealing the intricate patterns and veins that are essential for flight. The Orange Tip Butterfly is named for the male's distinctive orange tip, which is actually a modified scale. The females have a more subdued appearance, with brown wings adorned with small orange spots. These butterflies are important pollinators, and their larvae feed on the leaves of the Garlic Mustard plant. This photograph is a valuable historical record of these beautiful insects, and a reminder of the rich natural history that has been documented through the lens of a camera over the past century and a half. The Orange Tip Butterfly continues to be a popular subject of study and appreciation among entomologists, naturalists, and nature enthusiasts alike.
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