This printed-colour engraving of Coleoptera is Plate II from An elementary manual of New Zealand entomology, by G.V. Hudson F.R.S.N.Z. Coleoptera consists of all those insects popularly known as Beetles. In the case of enlarged figures, the insect's natural size is indicated by a line.
Artist George Vernon Hudson
Date 1892
Dimensions (mm) 139 x 219
Engraver George Vernon Hudson
Place London
Publication An elementary manual of New Zealand entomology
Publisher West, Newman & Co.
Condition Excellent. Unmounted and unframed.