Massive Cicada Emergence Across 17 States Nears End

Billions of cicadas that emerged after 13 and 17 years underground are completing their life cycles, with climate change affecting their timing.

Cicadas from Broods XIII and XIX have emerged in the Southeast and Midwest, marking a rare simultaneous appearance.
The insects are nearing the end of their life cycles, with many expected to die off by late June.
Climate change is causing cicadas to emerge earlier than usual due to rising soil temperatures.
Cicadas play a crucial ecological role, providing food for predators and aerating soil.
Scientists continue to study the impacts of climate change on cicada emergence patterns.