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Tacua speciosa cicada
Tacua speciosa (Cicada speciosa), species of cicada native to Southeast Asia. Handcolored engraving by Fournier after an illustration by Blanchard from Charles d Orbignys Dictionnaire Universel d Histoire Naturelle (Universal Dictionary of Natural History), Paris, 1849. Tacua speciosa (Cicada speciosa), species of cicada native to Southeast Asia. Handcolored engraving by Fournier after an illustration by Blanchard from Charles d Orbignys Dictionnaire Universel d Histoire Naturelle (Universal Dictionary of Natural History), Paris, 1849
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This exquisitely hand-colored engraving depicts the Tacua speciosa, a captivating species of cicada native to Southeast Asia. The intricate illustration, created by Blanchard and skillfully engraved by Fournier, was originally published in Charles d'Orbigny's Dictionnaire Universel d'Histoire Naturelle (Universal Dictionary of Natural History) in Paris, 1849. The Tacua speciosa, also known as Cicada speciosa, is a large insect belonging to the Cicadidae family. Known for their distinctive appearance, cicadas have a long, slender body, large eyes, and powerful hind legs. The Tacua speciosa is particularly noteworthy for its vibrant, iridescent exoskeleton, which is adorned with intricate patterns and a striking array of colors. Cicadas are characterized by their unique life cycle, which includes a prolonged period of development as nymphs, living underground, before emerging as adults to mate and lay eggs. This life cycle can last up to 17 years, making cicadas a fascinating subject of study for entomologists and natural historians. This beautiful engraving offers a glimpse into the natural history of the Tacua speciosa, a testament to the intricacies of the natural world and the meticulous craftsmanship of the artists and engravers of the 19th century. The intricate details of the illustration, from the delicate veins on the insect's wings to the intricate patterns on its exoskeleton, are brought to life through the artistry of hand-coloring, making this a truly stunning and captivating work of natural history.
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