21 min
13 and 17 is Very Weird: Periodical Cicadas with Kacie Athey Spotlight on Natural Resources
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The cicadas are emerging, times two! Join us as we explore the upcoming periodical cicada emergence in Illinois with entomologist Kacie Athey. In this episode, we discuss the 17-year and 13-year life cycle of these insects, their impact on the local ecosystem, and what Illinois residents can expect during this natural event.
Visit these sites to learn more about Periodical Cicadas: Community Science on Periodical Cicadas
Cicada Safari WebsiteCheck out the Apps:Cicada Safari for Google PlayCicada Safari for Apple
Learning More about Periodical Cicadas
2024 Periodical Cicada Emergence with UConnPeriodical Cicadas Fact SheetCicadas from Illinois ExtensionBlog Post: The Cicadas are Coming! Periodical cicadas in Illinois in 2024
The cicadas are emerging, times two! Join us as we explore the upcoming periodical cicada emergence in Illinois with entomologist Kacie Athey. In this episode, we discuss the 17-year and 13-year life cycle of these insects, their impact on the local ecosystem, and what Illinois residents can expect during this natural event.
Visit these sites to learn more about Periodical Cicadas: Community Science on Periodical Cicadas
Cicada Safari WebsiteCheck out the Apps:Cicada Safari for Google PlayCicada Safari for Apple
Learning More about Periodical Cicadas
2024 Periodical Cicada Emergence with UConnPeriodical Cicadas Fact SheetCicadas from Illinois ExtensionBlog Post: The Cicadas are Coming! Periodical cicadas in Illinois in 2024
21 min