Billions of cicadas are set to emerge in New York, New Jersey, and 11 other states after a 17-year hibernation, with their loud mating calls anticipated in late April to mid-May. Entomologist Gene Kritsky notes that while cicadas traditionally emerge every 13 or 17 years, habitat loss from urban development is causing their populations to dwindle. While generally harmless to people, cicadas can harm young trees during reproductive activities. It's crucial to cover saplings to protect them from cicada egg-laying.
"Every cicada needs a large clump of trees, and as urban development and deforestation take place, those pockets of cicadas get smaller and smaller."
"People shouldn't be afraid of the periodical cicadas because they don't bite, they don't sting, they don't carry disease, they're not a sign of filth, and they don't carry away small children or pets."
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