蝘 [yǎn]
1. In ancient texts, it refers to the gecko.
2. A type of reptile with smooth, round scales all over its body, bronze-colored on the back with a metallic luster, which preys on insects. Also known as "copper stone dragon son."
蝘 [yǎn]
Meaning:
1. A type of cicada ([En.] a kind of cicada)
引 (Reference):
1. From "Shuowen Jiezi": 蝘, refers to the cicada-like insect, also known as the gecko. It is called 蝘蜓 when found on walls and 明易 when found in grass.
2. From "Huainanzi · Jing Shen": "Seeing a dragon is like seeing a cicada."
例 (Example):
For example: 蝘虭 (which refers to cicada).