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Curtis British Entomology Plate 424
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Curtis British Entomology Plate 424
Lepidoptera: *Psodos equestrata (Gold Four-spot Moth. Specimen ?from Mr. Plastead?s cabinet? - not British? Cf. the montane mainland-European P. quadrifaria) [Plant: Linum catharticum (Purging Flax)] Date: 1824-39
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This image is taken from Curtis's British Entomology, Plate 424, featuring the Gold Four-spot Moth, Psodos equestrata. The intricately detailed illustration showcases the moth's vibrant gold and black wings, adorned with four distinct black spots. The specimen depicted in the plate is labeled as coming from "Mr. Plastead's cabinet," suggesting it may not have been originally collected in Britain. The related species, P. quadrifaria, is native to montane regions of mainland Europe, and the two species can be distinguished by the number and arrangement of their spots. The accompanying plant in the illustration is identified as Linum catharticum, commonly known as Purging Flax. This plant, native to Europe and western Asia, has been used for medicinal purposes for centuries due to its laxative properties. The inclusion of the plant in the entomological plate adds an additional layer of natural history interest to the image. This stunning plate is taken from the seminal work of John Curtis, a prominent English naturalist and entomologist of the 19th century. The publication of Curtis's British Entomology spanned from 1824 to 1839, and it remains an important reference work for the study of Lepidoptera, or butterflies and moths, in the United Kingdom. The high-quality illustrations in the series, produced by skilled engravers and artists, continue to captivate viewers and inspire appreciation for the natural world.
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