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Eastern eggar, Eriogaster catax
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Eastern eggar, Eriogaster catax
Eastern eggar, Eriogaster catax, male, female, larva, pupa, chrysalis. Phalaena catax, Phalaena lentipes. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Johann Georg Klinger from Eugenius Johann Christoph Espers Die Schmetterlinge in Abbildungen nach der Natur, Erlangen, 1786
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Abbildungen Butterfly Caterpillar Christoph Eggar Entomology Esper Eugenius Georg Johann Klinger Larva Lepidoptera Metamorphosis Moth Nach Natur Phalaena Pupa Schmetterlinge
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This stunning handcoloured copperplate engraving by Johann Georg Klinger, titled "Eriogaster catax" or the Eastern Eggar, showcases the various stages of this intriguing moth's life cycle. The image includes the male and female adults, with their distinctive wings adorned with intricate patterns and contrasting colors. The Eastern Eggar, also known as Phalaena catax and Phalaena lentipes, is a medium-sized moth native to Europe and Asia. The larva and pupa stages are also depicted in this illustration. The larva, or caterpillar, is shown with its distinctive markings and spines, which help it blend in with its surroundings and protect it from predators. The pupa, or chrysalis, is the transformative stage where the caterpillar undergoes metamorphosis into an adult moth. The Eastern Eggar is a fascinating example of the beauty and complexity of the Lepidoptera order, which includes both butterflies and moths. This engraving, taken from Eugenius Johann Christoph Espers' Die Schmetterlinge in Abbildungen nach der Natur, published in Erlangen in 1786, is a testament to the meticulous attention to detail and artistic skill of the time. The handcolouring adds an extra layer of vibrancy and depth to the already impressive engraving, making it a true masterpiece of entomological illustration.
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