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Curtis British Entomology Plate 350
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Curtis British Entomology Plate 350
Coleoptera: Necrobia ruficollis (Red-necked Necrobia) [Plant: Silene gallica (Silene anglica, English Catch-fly)] Date: 1824-39
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This image is taken from John Curtis's seminal work, "British Entomology," specifically Plate 350, which was published between 1824 and 1839. The plate features the intricately detailed illustration of the Red-necked Necrobia, scientifically known as Necrobia ruficollis, a striking beetle belonging to the family Lamiidae. The Red-necked Necrobia is depicted perched atop the petals of the English Catchfly, or Silene gallica, a flowering plant native to Europe and western Asia. The meticulous illustration of the Red-necked Necrobia showcases its distinctive features, including its elongated, slender body, and the vibrant red stripe that runs along its neck. The beetle's large, compound eyes and long antennae are also clearly visible. The illustration also reveals the intricate patterns and textures of the beetle's wings, which are folded neatly behind its back. The English Catchfly, or Silene gallica, is depicted in full bloom, with its bell-shaped, five-petaled flowers in various stages of development. The plant's leaves are also illustrated, revealing their lobed shape and soft, velvety texture. The delicate interplay of the Red-necked Necrobia and the English Catchfly creates a beautiful and intriguing composition, highlighting the intricate relationships between different species in the natural world. John Curtis, FLS, was a renowned British naturalist and entomologist, who dedicated his life to the study and documentation of the natural history of Britain. His groundbreaking work, "British Entomology," remains an essential reference for scholars and enthusiasts of entomology and natural history to this day.
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