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Periodical cicadas may be doomed to extinction

phys.org · 10dShare

Every 13 or 17 years, swarms of cicadas emerge from the ground, their black bodies, orange-tinged wings and ruby-red eyes enveloping trees and forests. It is a biological marvel unique in the insect world, and when it happens, it is impossible not to notice.

First report: Are cicadas louder this year? — suntimes.com, 11d