The CICADA INVASION OF 2024 has begun! Check out these trees in Western Springs, Illinois! Residents here tell me the 17 year cicadas emerged practically overnight. Now there are millions covering grass and trees in the area. They are harmless and fun to watch. It will be interesting to see what it’s like here when they start flying around! Have you seen any #cicadas yet?! | Marcus Leshock

Cicada Brood X is coming in 2021. What does that mean for Greater Cincinnati?

Did you know there are 7 species of periodical cicadas in the eastern U.S.? These insects spend nearly their entire lives underground as nymphs, or immature cicadas. When they reach 13 or 17 years old, they emerge from the soil, climb trees and shed their nymph exoskeletons. This year marks the emergence of Brood X, a phenomenon that won't be seen again until 2038. These cicadas emerge in large numbers, reproduce and die, all in a matter of several weeks. Have you spotted any? Video: Pharaoh cic

Cicada Brood X 2021: What is it and should you be concerned?

Amazing footage of the cicada life cycle: the emergence, the mating, the overpowering sound