Cicadas

2024 - 4 - 17

Get Ready for the Cicada Invasion of 2024: A Trillion Strong and Coming to a State Near You!

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Get ready for the cicada invasion of 2024! Trillions of insects are about to swarm across the U.S. in a once-in-a-lifetime emergence. Are you prepared to experience this phenomenon?

Are you ready for the buzz of the century? The cicadas are coming back with a vengeance in 2024, as two broods, Brood XIX and Brood XIII, are gearing up for a historic co-emergence. These noisy insects, known for their deafening calls and mesmerizing patterns, are set to surface in more than seventeen states across the Southeast and Midwest, creating a spectacle like no other. The last time such a massive cicada emergence occurred was over 200 years ago, making this event truly rare and unforgettable.

As we brace ourselves for the invasion of the trillions of cicadas, each state will have its own unique experience with these underground invaders. From the Great Southern Brood to the Northern Brood, the cicadas will make their presence known with their distinctive mating calls, marking a phenomenon that has not been witnessed in decades. Residents of Massachusetts, Illinois, Alabama, Wisconsin, and Arkansas are among those eagerly anticipating or fearing the impending swarm of these buzzing creatures, adding a touch of excitement and trepidation to their daily lives.

In a synchronized dance of nature, the cicadas will emerge en masse, filling the air with their symphony of sounds and captivating onlookers with their sheer numbers. The cicada maps for each region will guide eager spectators to prime viewing spots, ensuring that everyone gets a front-row seat to this enthralling natural spectacle. Whether you're a seasoned cicada enthusiast or a first-time observer, the 2024 co-emergence is a sight to behold, reminding us of the wonders of the insect world and the power of Mother Nature.

In conclusion, as the cicadas prepare to dazzle us with their grand appearance, let's embrace this momentous event with awe and wonder. These ancient insects, with their intriguing life cycles and remarkable survival tactics, continue to fascinate and amaze us. So, get ready to witness the cicada invasion of a lifetime in 2024, and remember to savor every moment of this extraordinary natural phenomenon.

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Ask the expert: The cicadas are coming (MSUToday)

For the first time in more than 200 years, two broods of cicadas – Brood XIX, known as the Great Southern Brood, and Brood XIII, known as the Northern ...

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An Animated Guide to the Rare 2024 Cicada Co-Emergence (TIME)

An animated look at what will happen in the upcoming emergence of Brood XIX and Brood XIII, when more than a trillion cicadas will surface.

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Cicadas are coming! Will Mass. residents be able to see the historic ... (Cape Cod Times)

Will Massachusetts residents be able to see upcoming historic emergence of cicada broods? Maybe next year...

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2024 cicadas map: Here's where to see trillions of insects. Want ... (Pensacola News Journal)

Seventeen states across the Southeast and Midwest will experience a rare double emergence of cicadas soon. The next time may not be until 2245.

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Underground invaders: Millions of cicadas to swarm Alabama during ... (WVTM13)

Soon, you'll hear a cacophony of cicada calls — sounds we haven't heard here for 13 years, as trillions of the insects emerge from their underground homes.

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Cicada maps for Illinois show where periodical broods will swarm in ... (CBS Chicago)

Dual cicada brood emergence in Illinois · This spring, the 13-year Brood XIX and the 17-year Brood XIII will co-emerge in north-central Illinois for the first ...

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Insect update: Return of the cicadas (Wisconsin Public Radio News)

A brood of periodical cicadas that call part of Wisconsin home is emerging for the first time in 17 years this spring. We cover all things cicada with one ...

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Here's what Arkansas counties will experience the cicada emergence (5newsonline.com)

Trillions of cicadas are about to emerge across the U.S. during a once-in-a-lifetime emergence, and Arkansas is right in their path. Here's what you need to ...

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How long will the cicadas be around? (10News)

In what entomologists call a dual emergence, two different groups (aka broods) of cicadas are completing the underground phase of their life cycle and coming ...

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Can Dogs Eat Cicadas? Here's What to Know (CNET)

2024's cicada emergence is on the horizon, and if your dog is as excited about eating cicadas as mine, you're going to want to know how to keep them safe.

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What do cicadas eat? Lifecycle, diet and biting habits explained (The News Journal)

Two separate cicada broods will emerge this year, bringing "trillions" to 17 states. Before they hit your state, here's the insect's diet.

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2 broods of cicadas set to emerge: 2024 map of where they'll be ... (Detroit Free Press)

For the first time in 221 years, the Northern Illinois Brood and the Great Southern Brood of cicadas will emerge simultaneously across the eastern U.S..

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Billions of cicadas are about to emerge from underground in a rare ... (The Conversation AU)

It's no accident that the scientific name for periodical 13- and 17-year cicadas is Magicicada, shortened from “magic cicada.”.

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E-News | This fungus can transform cicadas into 'saltshakers of death' (WVU ENews)

Matt Kasson talks with CNN about how the fungus Massospora cicadina will affect the reproduction of cicadas emerging in parts of the U.S. this spring.

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What are 'zombie cicadas'? What to know as trillions of cicadas set ... (512tech.com)

Many of them may become infected with the Massospora fungus that makes them zombie-like, which "modifies their sexual behavior to maximize fungal spore ...

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Do cicadas bite? Prepare for spring's incoming swarm with these tips (10News)

As springtime temperatures increase, so does the anticipation — or anxiety, depending who you talk to — about this year's rare, extra-large emergence of ...

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