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Curtis British Entomology Plate 202
Neuroptera: Hemerobius fimbriatus (Hemerobiidae: Bordered Brown Lacewing), = Megalomus hirtus (Linn.). [Plant: Prunella vulgaris (Self-heal)] Date: 1824-39
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1820s 1830s Bordered Butterflies Butterfly Curtis Entomology Fimbriatus Lacewing Ledipotera Linn Prunella Vulgaris Neuroptera Self Heal
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This image is taken from Curtis's British Entomology, Plate 202, featuring two exquisite Neuropteran insects, the Bordered Brown Lacewing (Hemerobius fimbriatus) and the Hairy Megalopus (Megalomus hirtus). These insects belong to the Hemerobiidae family, which is characterized by their lace-like wings and elongated, slender bodies. The Bordered Brown Lacewing, also known as the Common Brown Lacewing, is depicted perched on a stem of Self-heal (Prunella vulgaris), a common European herb with purple, self-healing flowers. The delicate, translucent wings of the Bordered Brown Lacewing are adorned with intricate, dark borders, making them a striking sight against the verdant background of the Self-heal plant. The Hairy Megalopus, on the other hand, is shown in a more active pose, with its wings spread wide, revealing the distinctive, hairy fringes along the edges. This insect, also known as the Hairy Lacewing or the Hairy-winged Flies, is a predator that feeds on small insects and spiders. This entomological masterpiece is a testament to the intricate beauty and diversity of the insect world, as captured by the skilled hand of the illustrator during the 1820s and 1830s. The plate is part of John Curtis's seminal work, "Curtis's British Entomology," which was published between 1824 and 1839 and remains an essential reference for the study of British insects to this day.
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