cicadas

WASHINGTON—With trillions of periodical cicadas returning after years underground, the U.S. Forest Service confirmed Friday that the emergence of two broods this spring had led to a significant uptick in odd little children filling satchels…

MILLEDGEVILLE, GA—Questioning the practicality of the method of egress from their years-long resting spot, frustrated cicadas told reporters Monday that they had assumed there would be more than a single hole for a trillion insects to…

Both 13- and 17-year cicadas are due to emerge simultaneously this year for the first time since 1803, with an estimated 1 million cicadas per acre across 16 states coming out of diapause this spring. What do you think?“I’ve about had it…

The 17-year cicadas, Brood X, have begun to emerge across the United States, driving curiosity among science fans and nature lovers. The Onion breaks down everything you need to know about the 17-year cicadas.AdvertisementQ: What are…