Periodical Cicadas Emerge in Synchronous Spectacle Across the U.S..
After years underground, Brood XIX and neighboring broods surface in a rare co-emergence, captivating observers with their vast numbers and distinctive sounds.
- Brood XIX cicadas, part of a 13-year cycle, are now appearing in select North Carolina counties and other U.S. states.
- This year marks a significant co-emergence with Brood XIII, covering regions from Wisconsin to Louisiana.
- Ideal cicada habitats can host up to a million cicadas per acre, creating a deafening chorus as males attract mates.
- Periodical cicadas are distinct with black bodies and red eyes, differing from annual cicadas that emerge more frequently.
- Researchers study these events to understand ecological impacts and the mysterious cues that trigger their synchronized emergence.
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