Cochineal cactus (Nopalea cochenillifera) with insects that feed on it, including the cochineal insect (Dactylopius coccus). Coloured etching by J. Pass, c. 1801, after J. Ihle.
- Ihle, Johann-Eberhard, 1727-1814.
- Date:
- 27 November 1801
- Reference:
- 25390i
Licence: Public Domain Mark
Credit: Cochineal cactus (Nopalea cochenillifera) with insects that feed on it, including the cochineal insect (Dactylopius coccus). Coloured etching by J. Pass, c. 1801, after J. Ihle. Wellcome Collection. Source: Wellcome Collection.