Buprestis beetles, flowering rush and pill beetle

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Buprestis beetles, flowering rush and pill beetle

Buprestis beetles 1-5, flowering rush, Butomus umbellatus 6, and pill beetle, Byrrhus pilula 7. Handcoloured steel engraving from Felix-Edouard Guerin-Menevilles Dictionnaire Pittoresque d Histoire Naturelle (Picturesque Dictionary of Natural History), Paris, 1834-39

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This hand-colored steel engraving, taken from Felix-Edouard Guerin-Meneville's Dictionnaire Pittoresque d'Histoire Naturelle (Picturesque Dictionary of Natural History), published in Paris between 1834 and 1839, showcases an intriguing assemblage of various insects and a flowering plant. At the forefront of the image are five Buprestis beetles, also known as flat-headed borers or jewel beetles, displaying their metallic sheen and intricately patterned elytra. Their long antennae and robust bodies are well-depicted, revealing the exquisite detail that steel engraving techniques are known for. In the background, a tall stem of Butomus umbellatus, or flowering rush, can be seen. This aquatic plant is native to Europe, Asia, and North America, and its spiky inflorescence is a striking contrast to the smooth, rounded bodies of the beetles. Two additional beetles are also featured in the engraving. One is a Byrrhus pilula, or pill beetle, which can be identified by its spherical body, short legs, and distinctive antennae. The other beetle is a Buprestes, but the species is not clearly discernible from the image. The meticulous attention to detail in this engraving is a testament to the artistic and scientific prowess of the time. The vibrant colors and precise lines bring the subjects to life, making it an essential addition to any natural history or entomology collection. This image is a reminder of the rich biodiversity that exists in the natural world and the importance of documenting it for future generations.

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