1. Cicada in ancient poetry
There are many works describing cicadas in ancient poetry. Cicada is often used as a metaphor for summer and hot climate, and at the same time, it also entrusts the poet with his understanding and philosophical thinking about life.
2. "Cicada is quiet in the forest, and Tonggong Mountain is more secluded" (Wang Zhihuan's "In Lusu")
This is a famous sentence by Wang Zhihuan, a poet in the Tang Dynasty. The noise of cicadas is in sharp contrast with the singing of birds. Cicada symbolizes the hot summer here, and the singing of birds gives people a cool and quiet feeling.
3. "The cicada rustles, and the ethereal reflection is like a moire" (Du Mu's Four Seasons in the Pastoral Summer)
This is the work of Du Mu, a poet in the Tang Dynasty. Through the description of cicada's voice and image, it expresses the enthusiasm and liveliness in summer, giving people a sense of tranquility and joy.
4. Symbolic significance of cicada singing
Cicada singing has rich symbolic significance in poetry. It can represent the arrival of summer, the passage of time, the shortness of life, and the cycle and impermanence of life.
5. The sound characteristics of cicadas
Cicada is a kind of Insecta Hemiptera, and its unique singing is one of its most remarkable characteristics. Cicada's chirping comes from the vocal organ scale wing (located on the ventral surface of the male cicada), which produces continuous chirping by vibrating the scale wing.
6. Life cycle of cicada
The life cycle of cicada includes four stages: egg, nymph (larva), pupa and adult. Among them, cicada larvae live underground or in tree trunks for several years or even more than ten years, while adults only have a short period of several weeks.
7. The significance of cicada in cultural tradition
In China culture, cicadas have rich symbols and meanings. Cicada is considered as a symbol of summer, and it is also endowed with the meaning of auspiciousness, longevity and patience. The image of cicada is often used to describe the spirit of loyalty, unyielding and tenacity.
Summary:
Cicada occupies an important position in ancient poetry and is often used to describe the heat of summer and the shortness of life. The chirping and images of cicadas are also symbolic, which can represent the arrival of summer, the passage of time and the cycle of life. In addition, the life cycle and cultural significance of cicadas are also important contents for understanding and appreciating cicadas.