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Purple emperor butterfly, Apatura iris
Purple emperor butterfly, Apatura iris.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from The Naturalists Pocket Magazine; or, Complete Cabinet of the Curiosities and Beauties of Nature (1798-1802) published by Harrison, London
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Apatura Butterfly Iris Naturalist Pocket Purple
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This exquisite handcolored copperplate engraving showcases the captivating beauty of the Purple Emperor Butterfly, Apatura iris. The image, taken from The Naturalist's Pocket Magazine; or, Complete Cabinet of the Curiosities and Beauties of Nature, published by Harrison in London between 1798 and 1802, is a testament to the meticulous attention to detail and artistic skill of the natural history illustrators of the time. The Purple Emperor Butterfly, a native of Europe and Asia, is one of the largest and most striking of all European butterflies. The male, as depicted in this illustration, is characterized by its vibrant purple wings, with intricate black veins and white spots. The female, on the other hand, has brown wings with orange spots and white borders. The Purple Emperor Butterfly is a migratory species, with adults traveling long distances between their breeding grounds in northern Europe and their wintering sites in southern Europe and North Africa. They are typically found in wooded areas, where they lay their eggs on the leaves of certain trees, such as birch and willow. This historical illustration provides a fascinating glimpse into the natural history of the Purple Emperor Butterfly, which continues to captivate naturalists and nature enthusiasts alike with its striking appearance and intriguing life cycle. The intricate details of the engraving, combined with the beautiful handcoloring, make this a truly stunning representation of this magnificent insect.
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