Conical at the ends, and elongated in form, they might be compared in shape to the weaver's shuttle.

Their length is about one-tenth of an inch, their diameter about one-fiftieth.

They are packed in a row, slightly overlapping one another.

The eggs of the Cacan are slightly smaller, and are assembled in regular groups which remind one of microscopical bundles of cigars.

We will consider the eggs of the common Cigale to the exclusion of the others, as their history is the history of all.
September is not yet over when the shining white as of ivory gives way to the yellow hue of cheese.