The Periodical Cicada, "the 17-year Locust"

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Author United States. Department of Agriculture
Title The Periodical Cicada, "the 17-year Locust"
Series Title U.S. Department of Agriculture leaflet no. 310
Credits Produced by Tom Cosmas compiled from images made available
by The Internet Archive
Summary "The Periodical Cicada, 'the 17-year Locust'" is a scientific publication produced by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, likely written in the mid-20th century. This pamphlet provides an in-depth exploration of periodical cicadas, particularly focusing on their unique life cycle that alternates between 17 and 13 years, along with their cultural significance and misconceptions surrounding them. The booklet details the fascinating lifecycle of the periodical cicada, beginning with their underground existence as nymphs that last over a decade before emerging en masse to mate and lay eggs. It emphasizes the dramatic transformation from nymph to adult and the cicadas' characteristic mating calls that fill the spring air. Furthermore, it addresses common myths about cicadas, clarifying their ecological role and the minimal damage they cause to plants. With practical information on managing cicada-induced damage to young trees and the natural predators of cicadas, this publication serves as a valuable resource for understanding these intriguing insects. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class S: Agriculture
Subject Periodical cicada
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EBook-No. 59315
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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