Thecla betulae, brown hairstreak butterfly

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Thecla betulae, brown hairstreak butterfly

A mounted specimen of a brown hairstreak butterfly from the Petiver Collection at the Natural History Museum, London

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17th Century Annotated Arthropod Arthropoda Butterflies Butterfly Damage Gossamer Winged Butterfly Hairstreak Hexapod Hexapoda Insecta Lepidoptera Lepidopteran Lycaenid Lycaenidae 1663 1718 Brown Hairstreak Invertebrata

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> Animals > Insects > Butterflies > Brown Hairstreak

> Europe > United Kingdom > England > London > Museums > Natural History Museum

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1. Title: A Glimpse into the Past: The Brown Hairstreak Butterfly (Thecla betulae) from the Petiver Collection at the Natural History Museum, London (1663-1718) 2.. This image showcases a beautifully preserved brown hairstreak butterfly (Thecla betulae), mounted on a card from the esteemed Petiver Collection at the Natural History Museum in London. Dating back to the late 17th to early 18th century, this remarkable specimen offers a unique window into the natural history of the past. The brown hairstreak, a member of the lycaenid family (Lycaenidae), is a small, gossamer-winged butterfly with a distinctive brown coloration and a distinctive white stripe on the underside of its wings. This insect is a native of Europe and Asia, and its larvae feed primarily on the leaves of elm trees. The brown hairstreak in this photograph is annotated with the inscription "Thecla betulae," indicating its scientific name, and "James Petiver," the name of the collector who preserved it. Petiver (1663-1718) was a renowned English naturalist, entomologist, and apothecary, who played a significant role in the development of the scientific study of insects during the late 17th and early 18th centuries. This exquisite specimen, with its intricate details and delicate wings, offers a testament to the meticulous work of Petiver and his contemporaries. It also serves as a reminder of the rich history of natural history and the importance of preserving specimens for future generations to study and appreciate. The brown hairstreak butterfly, like many other insects, is an essential component of its ecosystem and plays a crucial role in the pollination of various plants. This historical specimen not only holds significant scientific value but also highlights the importance of understanding the natural world and the role that even the smallest organisms play in the intricate web of life.

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