Insect illustrations, 1823 C017 / 8065
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Insect illustrations, 1823 C017 / 8065
Insect illustrations, 19th century. The insects shown here include: a stag beetle (Lucanus cervus, top left); a Papilio swallowtail butterfly (upper right); a Dytiscus diving beetle (top right); a Hercules beetle (Scarabaeus hercules, centre, now called Dynastes hercules); a Lampyris glowworm or firefly (below Hercules beetle); a Ptinus fatidicus beetle (lower right); and a South American palm weevil and larva (Curculio palmarum, bottom, now called Rhynchophorus palmarum). This page is from Universal Technological Dictionary (1823) by British author George Crabb (1778-1851)
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1823 Array Artworks Beetle Book Entomological George Crabb Illustrations Insects Larva Lucanus Cervus Natural History Page Publication Selection Stag Beetle Swallowtail Butterfly Taxonomy Universal Technological Dictionary Diving Beetle Dynastes Hercules Dytiscus Firefly Glowworm Hercules Beetle Lampyris Papilio Taxa Taxon
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This print showcases a remarkable collection of insect illustrations from the 19th century. The array of creatures depicted here is truly fascinating, offering a glimpse into the diverse world of insects. British author George Crabb's Universal Technological Dictionary (1823) serves as the source for this page, which features an assortment of meticulously drawn specimens. At first glance, one's eyes are immediately drawn to the stag beetle perched in the top left corner, its impressive mandibles on full display. Adjacent to it is a Papilio swallowtail butterfly with its vibrant wings gracefully spread open. Towards the top right, we encounter a Dytiscus diving beetle and further down lies a Hercules beetle - now known as Dynastes hercules - showcasing its formidable size and strength. As our gaze moves downwards, we come across a Lampyris glowworm or firefly illuminating the darkness below the Hercules beetle. A Ptinus fatidicus beetle can be found in the lower right corner while at the very bottom rests an illustration depicting both an adult South American palm weevil and its larva - today referred to as Rhynchophorus palmarum. These exquisite monochrome artworks provide us with valuable insights into entomology and taxonomy during that era. They serve as testament to not only Crabb's meticulous research but also his dedication to documenting these intricate creatures accurately. The Middle Temple Library/Science Photo Library has preserved this historical gem for all nature enthusiasts and biology aficionados alike to appreciate and study these magnificent insects that have captivated scientists throughout history.
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