In spring 2025, Brood XIV, the largest brood of 17-year periodical cicadas, will make its appearance across 13 U.S. states. Enthusiasts are excited, while some residents may prefer to stay indoors to avoid the noise. The cicadas will start appearing in the Southern states around late April, while other areas will see them emerge throughout May. Gene Kritsky from Cicada Safari highlights the expected timeline, noting that some locations will experience higher populations than others. The article also explains how different cicada species operate on various life cycles, leading to annual sightings.
"It takes about two full weeks for the great bulk of the cicadas to come out. Once they start coming out at a specific location, that starts the clock. You'll have cicadas at that location for the next six weeks."
"Last year was a busy (and buzzy) cicada year, too. According to the University of Connecticut's research team, 13-year cicadas, Brood XIX, and 17-year cicadas, Brood XIII, both emerged. It was the first time they synced up since 1803."
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