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Cicada Brood 14 Emergence: Billions to Emerge After 17 Years Underground in 2025

CBS New YorkApril 17, 20251 min7,458 views
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Cicada Brood 14 Emergence

  • 🐛 Cicada Brood 14 is set to emerge this spring after spending 17 years underground.
  • 🎯 Billions of these insects are expected to surface when the soil temperature reaches 64 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • 🗓️ The emergence is anticipated in late May or June.

Geographic Scope and Impact

  • 🗺️ This emergence will be extensive, visible across approximately a dozen states.
  • 📍 The range is expected to stretch from Cape Cod down to North Georgia.
  • 🔊 Cicadas are known for the loud buzzing sound made by males searching for mates.

Ecological Role

  • 🍽️ Cicadas serve as a food source for other animals, highlighting their role in the circle of life.
  • 💡 They are described as a source of protein within the ecosystem.
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