Periodical Cicadas

Periodical Cicadas
Author: Gene Kritsky
Publisher:
Total Pages: 156
Release: 2021-02-26
Genre:
ISBN: 9780867271737

Every seventeen years, millions of cicadas rise from the soil of the eastern United States to fly, mate, and fill the air with their noisy song. Periodical Cicadas: The Brood X Edition Black and White edition provides a less costly examination of how the study of Brood X cicadas shaped our understanding of these "bugs of history." First documented in Philadelphia in 1715, Brood X was and is the largest of the 17-year cicada broods, occurring in 15 states that include several major cities. Periodical Cicadas: The Brood X Edition Black and White discusses the natural history, evolution, behavior, and distribution of periodical cicadas and provides an overview of the eighteen emergences that have occurred since the brood was first reported. It offers a perfect starting point to learn about these insects and to enjoy them as one of the wonders of our natural world.Gene Kritsky, Ph.D., is Dean of the School of Behavioral and Natural Sciences at Mount St. Joseph University in Cincinnati, Ohio. He is the author of several books, including The Quest for the Perfect Hive and The Tears of Re: Beekeeping in Ancient Egypt (both published by Oxford University Press). He has researched periodical cicadas for over 45 years, publishing 33 papers and three books on the insects.

The Cicadas Are Coming!

The Cicadas Are Coming!
Author: Doug Wechsler
Publisher:
Total Pages: 34
Release: 2021-04-26
Genre:
ISBN: 9781737021704

A spectacular phenomenon occurs in the eastern U.S. every 17 years. When periodical cicadas emerge, everyone and every creature takes notice. Children will be enthralled by these bizarre bugs described in lively text and exquisite photographs.

Cicadas!

Cicadas!
Author: Laurence Pringle
Publisher: Astra Publishing House
Total Pages: 34
Release: 2021-05-25
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1635926777

"Definitely the best cicada book for kids. Adults will appreciate it as well, as it is well written, factually accurate, and beautifully illustrated." —Cicadamania.com Discover why cicadas are all the buzz in the most complete, comprehensive book for kids about these noisy but harmless insects. Every year, annual cicadas emerge and pierce the air with their buzzing calls. Also every year, at least one brood of 13 or 17 year cicadas emerges in some part of the eastern or central United States. In Spring 2021, a group of 17 year periodical cicadas called Brood X will make their appearance in the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States. Author Laurence Pringle and illustrator Meryl Henderson have created the story of this fascinating and often misunderstood insect, one that deserves to be protected.

A Periodical Cicada's Life

A Periodical Cicada's Life
Author: Ellen Lawrence
Publisher: Animal Diaries: Life Cycles
Total Pages: 24
Release: 2020
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9781642807394

One spring evening in a forest, a young child watches as millions of periodical cicada nymphs emerge from the ground. She decides to observe these long-lived insects and record what happens to them in a diary. Readers will follow along as the narrator sees the nymphs become adults, swarm together, lay eggs, and eventually die. All the details of the insect's lives are eagerly explored, including the moment the new cicada eggs hatch and begin their 17-year life cycle! Colorful photos and clear, age-appropriate text will engage young readers as they explore the life cycle, natural habitat, physical characteristics, diet, and behavior of these fascinating insects. The diary format models scientific observation and critical thinking--and encourages children to keep notebooks recording their own investigations into the natural world.

Periodical Cicadas - The Phenomenon Explained In Detail

Periodical Cicadas - The Phenomenon Explained In Detail
Author: Mike Ciman
Publisher: Mobile Library
Total Pages: 48
Release: 2024-05-01
Genre: Nature
ISBN:

The appearance of periodical cicadas in 2024 is not only an extraordinary natural event, but also a vivid reminder of the incredible diversity and complexity of life on our planet. These insects, with their long life cycle and synchronized mass emergence behavior, have fascinated and intrigued scientists, nature enthusiasts and the general public for centuries. Throughout this book, we will explore the implications and significance of this event in greater depth, providing a comprehensive overview of the emergence of periodical cicadas in 2024 in the United States.