Description
Approved by FWS (Fish & Wildlife). This Cicada specimen (Vittagaeana Paviei) has been inspected & documented by FWS as sustainably sourced, meaning the sale of this item does not harm the species, environment & is legal for resale. That loud insect chirping you hear on those long summer days, those are Cicada. But this particular cicada is from Asia & China & have vibrant colorful wings, which rival the beauty of butterfly wings. Its scientific name is Vittagaeana Paviei. Cicadas have been classified as the worlds loudest insect. If you have ever heard a Cicada, you will notice that they often sing in chorus, this is believed to be a defense technique. The sound makes it hard for predators to locate just one individual. They spend most of their lives underground as nymphs. Depending on the species, they can live this way for 6 - 17 years. Once they emerge as adults their life span is very short, usually only living a few weeks. Clear resin block measures approximately 3 inches square by 3/4 inch thick. Add a nice finishing touch to your new insect specimen with an optional display stand. Made of clear acrylic, this stand really enhances the piece, giving it a nice viewing angle. As with all insects in resin, size color & positioning of cicada within the resin can vary slightly. We guarantee a quality specimen but not the exact one shown. The piece you receive may be slightly different. Cicada in Resin, Insects Wings Open, Curiosities, Vittagaeana Paviei
