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Great eggfly butterfly, Hypolimnas bolina nerina
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Great eggfly butterfly, Hypolimnas bolina nerina
Great eggfly butterfly, Hypolimnas bolina nerina (Cramerian butterfly, Papilio cramerianus), native to Java. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1806
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1. Title: "The Great Eggfly Butterfly of Java: A Natural History Illustration by Richard Polydore Nodder" This print depicts the Great Eggfly Butterfly, Hypolimnas bolina nerina, also known as Papilio cramerianus, native to the island of Java. The illustration is a hand-colored copperplate engraving, meticulously drawn and engraved by the renowned naturalist artist, Richard Polydore Nodder. It was published in George Shaw and Frederick Nodder's The Naturalist's Miscellany, a significant work in the field of zoology and natural history, published in London in 1806. The Great Eggfly Butterfly is a member of the Lepidoptera order, specifically the Nymphalidae family. This magnificent insect is renowned for its vibrant wings, featuring striking black and orange patterns, with white spots and a distinctive black border. The wingspan can reach up to 10 centimeters, making it a noticeable presence in its natural habitat. The Great Eggfly Butterfly is indigenous to Java, an island in Indonesia, and is known for its unique life cycle. Female butterflies lay their eggs on the leaves of various host plants, including the Passiflora edulis, or passion fruit vine. Once the larvae hatch, they feed on the leaves of their host plant, undergoing several instar stages before pupating in a silken cocoon. After a few weeks, the adult butterfly emerges, ready to begin its life cycle anew. This exquisite illustration not only showcases the beauty of the Great Eggfly Butterfly but also serves as an essential record in the history of natural history and entomology. It is a testament to the dedication and skill of Richard Polydore Nodder and the importance of documenting the natural world for future generations.
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