Photo from Amid the swarms of red-eyed cicadas in Illinois, the discovery of a blue-eyed cicada is a remarkable event, often described as a “one in a million” possibility. This year, Illinois has seen two such rare occurrences, drawing significant attention from entomologists and the public alike. Do Blue-Eyed Cicadas Have a History? The first … Read more
Signs of cicadas are beginning to emerge across the Chicago area, and experts suggest that it may only take one more summer-like day to bring these insects to the surface. Tom Tiddens, the Plant Healthcare Supervisor at Chicago Botanic Garden in Glencoe, observes increased activity among birds, squirrels, and raccoons digging for cicadas, indicating their … Read more
In the coming weeks, a remarkable natural phenomenon is set to unfold across over a dozen states as trillions of periodical cicadas emerge from underground. This emergence will be marked by the distinct buzzing and chirping of these insects, known for their massive numbers and loud noise. The cicadas are part of two distinct groups, … Read more