In the hot summer, when the sun shines on the earth, we can often hear a unique song, which is the cicada singing for us. However, do you really know the singers of this summer?
The cicada, also known as "Zhili", is a type of insect. Their lives are full of variety, peculiarity. From the first eggs, to larvae, to adults, the life process of cicadas is full of challenges and beauty.
In early summer, when the sunlight starts to get warmer, the cicada's eggs begin to hatch larvae. These larvae have a great digging ability, they will make holes in the trunk of trees and then go underground. Underground, they live for several years, feeding on tree roots. This stage is the longest stage of a cicada's life, and it is also the most mysterious.
Then, when they mature, they will crawl out of the ground and onto the trunk of a tree. It's a difficult process, but they're willing to put in the effort for the sake of life. On the trunk of the tree, they molt and become adults. This stage is the shortest stage of a cicada's life, but it is also the most brilliant.
Adult cicadas have a hard shell and bright wings. They take to the skies and begin their short singing career. In the sky, they fly freely and sing their unique songs. Their song is a sign of summer, a hymn to life.
However, cicadas' lives are short-lived. Their singing tends to last only a few days before they die. However, their singing has brought endless joy and memories to people.
This summer, when you hear the cicadas singing, you might as well stop and admire the singers of this summer. Although their lives are short, their songs can remain in our hearts forever.
Overall, the cicada is a symbol of the transience of life and beauty. They bring us endless wonders with their short lives**. Let us cherish these summer singers and let their songs echo in our hearts forever.
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