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Butterfly sphinx ocelle or half peacock, with its caterpillar on the branch of a young shoot and its chrysalis. Copper engraving by Frederick Polydor Nodder (1751-1801) for the naturalist collection, published in 1790 by George Shaw
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Butterfly sphinx ocelle or half peacock, with its caterpillar on the branch of a young shoot and its chrysalis. Copper engraving by Frederick Polydor Nodder (1751-1801) for the naturalist collection, published in 1790 by George Shaw
FLO4684155 Butterfly sphinx ocelle or half peacock, with its caterpillar on the branch of a young shoot and its chrysalis. Copper engraving by Frederick Polydor Nodder (1751-1801) for the naturalist collection, published in 1790 by George Shaw. Eyed hawk-moth or ocellated sphinx: pupa, caterpillar on stem of plant, and moth with brown body and fore wings, pink and blue hind wings. Smerinthus ocellata (Sphinx ocellata). Handcolored copperplate engraving, illustration signed N (Frederick Polydor Nodder (1751-1801), artist and engraver) from George Shaw's " Naturalist's Miscellany" (1790).; (add.info.: Butterfly sphinx ocelle or half peacock, with its caterpillar on the branch of a young shoot and its chrysalis. Copper engraving by Frederick Polydor Nodder (1751-1801) for the naturalist collection, published in 1790 by George Shaw. Eyed hawk-moth or ocellated sphinx: pupa, caterpillar on stem of plant, and moth with brown body and fore wings, pink and blue hind wings. Smerinthus ocellata (Sphinx ocellata). Handcolored copperplate engraving, illustration signed N (Frederick Polydor Nodder (1751-1801), artist and engraver) from George Shaw's " Naturalist's Miscellany" (1790).); © Florilegius
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This exquisite copper engraving by Frederick Polydor Nodder captures the intricate life cycle of the Butterfly sphinx ocelle, also known as the half peacock. The image showcases the delicate beauty of this species, from its caterpillar munching on a young shoot to its chrysalis in preparation for metamorphosis.
The attention to detail in Nodder's work is truly remarkable, with each stage of the butterfly's development depicted with precision and artistry. The Eyed hawk-moth or ocellated sphinx is shown in all its glory, from pupa to fully formed moth with brown body and stunning pink and blue hind wings.
Published in 1790 by George Shaw as part of his naturalist collection, this print is a testament to the wonder and complexity of the natural world. It serves as a reminder of the beauty that can be found in even the smallest creatures around us.
As we gaze upon this image, we are reminded of the interconnectedness of all living things and how each stage of an organism's life cycle plays a vital role in maintaining balance within our ecosystem. Let us marvel at nature's creations and strive to protect them for future generations to enjoy.
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