Ghost Cicada Red Glider Butterfly this species is truly one-of-a-kind

this species is truly one-of-a-kind

also known as the histrio tiger moth

part of the scarab family (Scarabaeidae)

The name of the species is given in honor of Zalmoxis – a divinity of the Getae (a people of the lower Danube)

Ghost Cicada Red Glider Butterfly this species is truly one-of-a-kindThe Ghost Cicada, or Ayuthia spectabile, is a Southeast Asian species of cicada easily identifiable by its transparent wings with distinct veins and a touch of turquoise near the body. Its body and wings are milky white with a mix of transparent and opaque coloration, and a subtle hint of blue. This unique specimen comes mounted on a hand painted canvas by Beth Watson, beautifully displayed in a 9" x 9" frame. *Each of my framed shadow boxes are