Curtis British Entomology Plate 181

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Curtis British Entomology Plate 181

Lepidoptera: *Lasiocampa medicaginis (Medick Eggar Moth), probably = L. trifolii. Curtis?s 1827 description and illustrations of a male adult and a larva do not conform well with L. trifolii, to which it is usually referred. However, his depiction of the larva (which doesn?t match either L. trifolii or L. quercus) was copied from an earlier one by Esper, which was used in the preparation of Ochsenheimer?s original description of L. medicaginis) [Plant: Trifolium pratense (Common Purple Trefoil)] Date: 1824-39

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1827 Adult Curtiss Description Eggar Illustrations Larva Lasiocampa Moth Conform Medick Trifolii

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This print showcases Curtis' British Entomology Plate 181, featuring the Lepidoptera species, Lasiocampa medicaginis, also known as the Medick Eggar Moth. The image, which dates back to 1824-39, portrays both the male adult and the larva of this moth species on a backdrop of Common Purple Trefoil (Trifolium pratense). However, it is essential to note that Curtis' description and illustrations of L. medicaginis do not align perfectly with the species to which it is commonly referred, L. trifolii. The discrepancy lies primarily in the depiction of the larva, which does not conform to either L. trifolii or L. quercus. Upon closer examination, it becomes clear that Curtis' illustration of the larva was derived from an earlier one by Esper, which was used in the preparation of Ochsenheimer's original description of L. medicaginis. Despite this inconsistency, the print remains an intriguing representation of the natural world during the early 19th century. The delicate details of the moth's wings and the intricacies of the larva's body offer a glimpse into the meticulous work of natural history illustrators during this period. This print serves as a testament to the rich history of entomological research and documentation.

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