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Red wood ant or southern wood ant, Formica rufa
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Red wood ant or southern wood ant, Formica rufa
Red wood ant or southern wood ant, Formica rufa. Handcoloured lithograph from Georg Friedrich Treitschkes Gallery of Natural History, Naturhistorischer Bildersaal des Thierreiches, Liepzig, 1842
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Bildersaal Entomology Formica Friedrich Gallery Georg Naturhistorischer Rufa Southern Thierreiches Treitschke
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This handcoloured lithograph showcases the intricate details of a Red Wood Ant, or Southern Wood Ant, Formica rufa. The ant is depicted in its natural habitat, surrounded by the lush greenery of a forest floor. With its vibrant red coloration and impressive size, this ant is a striking presence among the decaying logs and leaves. Formica rufa is a large, social insect native to Europe and North America. They are known for their distinctive mound-building behavior, constructing complex colonies that can house thousands of individuals. These ants are omnivorous, feeding on a variety of foods including honeydew, nectar, and insects. The Red Wood Ant is a popular subject in entomology, and this beautiful lithograph is a testament to the fascination that these insects hold for natural historians and scientists. The intricate details of the ant's exoskeleton, antennae, and mandibles are expertly rendered in this handcoloured print, making it a valuable addition to any collection of natural history art. This lithograph is from Georg Friedrich Treitschke's Gallery of Natural History, Naturhistorischer Bildersaal des Thierreiches, published in Leipzig in 1842. Treitschke was a renowned German naturalist and publisher, and his gallery was one of the most comprehensive and accurate sources of natural history illustrations of the time. This particular print is a rare and beautiful example of the high-quality work produced by Treitschke and his team of skilled artists and craftsmen. Whether you are an entomologist, a natural history enthusiast, or simply someone who appreciates the beauty of the natural world, this handcoloured lithograph of the Red Wood Ant is sure to captivate and inspire you.
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