Cicada - Wings Open - Species in Resin

Material: Cicada insect (Vittagaeana paviei), with wings open, in a square resin casing.

A cicada's chirping has been classified as the world's 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. Only males sing, they do this to in an attempt to attract a mate.

Dimensions: 3 inches x 3 inches

This item is perfect as a paperweight, educational purposes, a gift, a great conversation starter or personal use.

Entomology is the study of insects and their relationship to humans, the environment and other organisms. Insects heavily impact agriculture, chemistry, biology, human/animal health, molecular science, criminology, and forensics.

Many insects have an important history throughout the world's cultures. Today, many civilizations use insects as a form of food. In ancient civilizations, insects had a special metaphysical use. Some insects were used to predict the weather, such as the way spiders weaved their webs. Certain insects, such as scarab beetles, were used to communicate with the dead.