Brood XIV is a cohort of periodical cicadas, in which each succeeding generation of the insects emerges every 17 years.

Cicadas of Brood XIV have begun to emerge this spring, starting in the Southeast and making their way to the Northeast.

With the arrival of the next brood, anxieties are high on what the incoming cicadas mean. Also, learn how to keep your flower ...

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Female cicadas will deposit their eggs into the branches of trees and shrubs. While the loud chorus of cicadas may be disruptive, they are generally harmless. "Cicadas are awesome for the native ...

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A very human-looking robot set about destroying insects in a park with a weapon-like device. Fortunately, the machine was only being used for pest control.

Insects are fascinating creatures that play essential roles in our ecosystems. However, some insects pose significant threats due to their venom, diseases, or aggressive behaviors. While many of these ...

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15, 2025. (AP Photo/Brian Inganga) Kenyan officials display live queen ants insects that were destined for Europe and Asia, at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport Law Courts in Nairobi, Kenya ...