The emergence of cicadas in the Midwest and Southeast has sparked interest and concern. Two broods, Brood XIII and Brood XIX, are set to emerge simultaneously after 221 years. Entomologists are monitoring sightings of cicadas infested with the zombie cicada fungus. The loud buzzing of cicadas is likened to a jet engine, and some are exploring culinary opportunities with cicadas, including unique recipes and entomophagy.
Have we considered airstrikes on the Cicadas?
Rare Emergence of Cicadas Perfect ‘Opportunity’ to Eat the Bugs, Axios Advises https://t.co/dtcsJwX6wm
Are cicadas safe for pets? Cicadas are emerging and have been the subject of 911 calls and vet visits. https://t.co/pLNNoTxTwz
Can these cicadias hurry up and die Deafening outside
Cicada Watch! Here's where cicadas have been spotted across the Chicago area https://t.co/xK93aQeZlT
Listen to those Cicadas sing! Do you have these summer critters at your house? https://t.co/0EebCiPJ66
A rare emergence of cicadas is creating excitement among some dining circles, offering an opportunity to rethink entomophagy — the eating of insects. https://t.co/qKlMe1G9v6
There's been plenty of buzz about cicadas for months, and they're finally here. Send us your videos! https://t.co/xwdzP9thJw
Would you eat a cicada cookie or cicada cupcake? https://t.co/fVoslZ8Qpn
Man gets insect in food ordered on #KashiExpress, shares pic, tagging #RailwaysMinister in viral post #IndianRailways #Viralpost #RailwayFood #InsectsinFood #trending https://t.co/InwRuAiRbL https://t.co/DaWV342X2I
CICADA WATCH! They are emerging all around the Chicagoland area slowly but surely...and it's been great getting some of your photos! Send me pictures of any cicadas you see and I will get them on the air on @WGNMorningNews! 🪰🤣 https://t.co/NEOgH66hhx
As if lying dormant in the dirt for 17 years isn't weird enough, cicadas possess another bizarre habit: they pee like crazy, up to 10 feet per second. https://t.co/9O8ankKKdl
Billions of periodical cicadas in more than a dozen states will soon emerge to kick off adulthood. If you live in their path, expect to see a staggering number of these bugs dominating your landscape. https://t.co/e4dsIYe0lS
Cicadas pee from trees. And they urinate a lot, new study finds. https://t.co/MHs5cbQZBp https://t.co/g7mgNHUX3A
When and for how long will 17-year cicadas be around in Wisconsin in summer 2024? https://t.co/cl372doQnu
Where are all the cicadas everyone warned about? Experts say they're still coming https://t.co/oFYIYuzkGD
He ate a bug https://t.co/i77IQa7738
You may not be able to escape cicadas — but you can eat them https://t.co/WD5o0XUUeY https://t.co/2dBrGdeSaP
Update on the cicadas: Holy crap these mfers are LOUD AF 😵 There's been a constant drone for the last week, like a diesel motor running nonstop. It's not to the point of deafening, but I can easily hear it *inside* my house. Also note: they are NOT like this every year,…
As if lying dormant in the dirt for 17 years isn't weird enough, cicadas possess another bizarre habit: they pee up to 10 feet per second. https://t.co/UYgzivQVTu
Cicadas can urinate jet-like streams due to unique digestive system, study finds https://t.co/2K7UfNWGei https://t.co/cvdFsb3amJ
Scientists who study such things have found that cicadas urinate in a jet stream because they consume an incredible volume of fluid during their brief time above ground. https://t.co/CPyiGdOAkH
NEW from @thenatpulse: Scientists Push for Powdered Insects in Processed Foods to Help Overcome 'Disgust Factor.' Scientists are pushing for processed foo...... READ ON: https://t.co/dFsSXvymHw
Gourmet grub! Cicadas have become the latest food trend with chefs posting recipes for bacon-wrapped, Cajun fried and praline pests - so, would YOU be brave enough to eat them? https://t.co/L1ZNVl9RAi https://t.co/hOM8TLkn0D
There's been plenty of buzz about cicadas for months, and they're finally here. https://t.co/27jqCI9jXV
“For the first time in 221 years, two different groups of cicadas are emerging simultaneously and screaming from the treetops,” @elainejgodfrey writes in The Atlantic Daily: https://t.co/hF1TUO7SZB
When will we hear from the polyamorous cicada-eaters? https://t.co/04v9MakgaI
Heard about the zombie fungus that infects cicadas? We've got the creepy details -- and everything else you need to know as the cicadapocalypse is nigh https://t.co/kzkasUKuWv
on second thought, yes I would eat the bugs (this looks bomb) https://t.co/B3FOG1SRIH
Billions of cicadas will emerge this spring. https://t.co/ZuxBnOsV94
A strange fungus could transform emerging cicadas into ‘saltshakers of death,’ scientists say https://t.co/LTRk5oF6zw
Creepy? Maybe. Loud? Yes. #Cicadas are many things, but they aren’t dangerous. They’ve waited 17 years for this moment and will only be here a few weeks. Learn more about these alien-looking visitors. ⬇️ https://t.co/WpkCW6Xzib https://t.co/E8sO0SPbDo
Cicadas sound like a burglar alarm https://t.co/5QHIjhcmos
Trillions of cicadas are about to emerge in Illinois and while they won't try to eat you, you can eat them. https://t.co/NvUi240CuI
Cicadas sound like a bugler alarm https://t.co/vlx7fXB787
There’s been a lot of buzz about the unusual emergence of two broods of cicadas in one year, a phenomenon already under way in southern parts of the country and soon be happening in Illinois. Here's what to know: https://t.co/Pjt9LsDrH9
The time of the periodical cicadas is nigh. Again. And, this time, it’s people in the Midwest and the Southeast who will be their witnesses. https://t.co/XyitldnpUC
The cicadas will arrive in 17 states in mid-May and stay until late June, more or less. This year, two broods will emerge simultaneously. One is Brood XIII, which comes out every 17 years, and the other is Brood XIX, which comes out every 13 years. https://t.co/lMohzjqakm
US cicada broods emerge from underground in rare double event Two groups likely to cross over with sound as loud as a jet engine when cycles coincide for first time since 1803 https://t.co/UkTe8AgZ9U
Entomologists are asking the public to report sightings of cicadas infested with the parasite Massospora cicadina, better known as the zombie cicada fungus. https://t.co/WiVEFNEv0x
Cicada-geddon is almost upon us. https://t.co/zTQVBXW2Vb
Bug appétit? If you are feeling adventurous, looking to add more protein to your diet and aren’t allergic to shellfish, the imminent emergence of cicadas presents a culinary opportunity for you. https://t.co/Lx6Dy9Ghk7
🤔 Sick of your old, tired, cicada 🐛 recipes? 🤤 Try these delights 👇 https://t.co/eC42pbg8hW
What's going on with all the cicadas buzzing around the Midwest and Southeast? @BenjiSJones explains that and the impact they can have on the environment. https://t.co/GnfwrjwRjG
🍃🎵 Seven cicada species are set to emerge this spring! Can you spot and hear the differences? Get ready for a natural concert like no other! #Nature #Cicadas2024 🔗 https://t.co/AVDxhnPnm0