Cicadids

Information about Cicadids:

Cicadids are not locusts. Locusts are a kind of grasshopper
While living underground, cicadas are called nymphs. They feed on roots while underground.
After 17 years of feeding, they climb out of the ground, and shed their skin. The cicada is then an adult.
Cicadids do not sting, bite or otherwise attack humans. Frequently, cicadas shells can become a nuisance, with numerous dead cicadas littering people's yards. Additionally, the loud singing of cicadas is irritating to some people.
Trees and shrubs may suffer some damage from the cicadas, because of the cicada's method of planting eggs into cuts they make in new tree shoots.
During the 2004 summer, 17 year cicadas are expected to emerge in Maryland
They can pose a threat to cyclists. While good eye protection is essential, during Cicada season, full face protection becomes more essential. At highway speeds, the impact of a large grasshopper or cicada can hurt. There is also a threat of sliding on the slick shells that they shed when the cicadas molt.
Dogs like to eat cicadids. Some kinds of dogs, such as Springer Spaniels, and other pointer breeds of dogs, instinctively hunt for things like cicadas and bees.
Cats are also known to hunt cicadids. "It's a hoot when they come inside with one in their mouth. Your cat's walking around going buzzzzzzz."

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