Susana Carvalho - Scarabaeus Sacer

Nombre y apellidos: Susana Carvalho

País: Portugal

Web: http://www.susanacarvalho.pt

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Título de la obra: Scarabaeus Sacer

Especie o elemento: Scarabaeidae

Categoría: Ilustración naturalista

Técnicas utilizadas: Gel pen and ballpoint pen on paper

Inteligencia artificial: No.

Tamaño: 21 cm x 29,7 cm

Año de creación: 2024

Descripción: Scarabaeus sacer is a species belonging to the family Scarabaeidae. It is one of the most famous beetles in history, known for its symbolic importance in Ancient Egypt and its unique dung-rolling behavior. Found in North Africa, the Mediterranean region, the Middle East, and some parts of Southern Europe. Prefers dry, sandy, or semi-arid environments. The Scarabaeus sacer, or sacred scarab beetle, was one of the most important symbols in Ancient Egyptian culture. It was associated with rebirth, transformation, protection, and divine power.