Entomology
Title: Cicadas
Information: I've heard that there are problems with the great number of cicadas that will be hatched this year. What are cicadas and what is happening? Below are some sites that other students have found helpful when they were also curious about cicadas and emergence problems. I think that as you explore the web sites below that you'll find important information that will help you understand the current focus on cicadas. You might want to first check out this site to learn more about cicadas.http://www.desertusa.com/mag98/july/papr/du_cicada.html Check out this site for updated information about the emergence of the cicadas in 2004! Also explore the FAQ link for lots of interesting information.http://www.msj.edu/cicada/ Then explore this site for lots of information about cicadas. You can check out a chart of the various brood cycles, maps of the approximate location of the brood groups and even listen to some of the calls!http://insects.ummz.lsa.umich.edu/fauna/michigan_cicadas/Periodical/Index.html This site focuses on information and identification of the cicadas that are located in Michigan.http://insects.ummz.lsa.umich.edu/fauna/michigan_cicadas/Michigan/Index.html Explore this site for information, photographs, video and up-to-date reports of this year's emergence.http://www.cicadamania.com/ This is another fascinating site to explore! You'll find great information, photographs and even tasty recipes for cicadas!http://biology.clc.uc.edu/steincarter/cicadas.htm This article from National Geographic News warns us about the invasion of the cicadas.http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2004/03/0329_040329_cicadas.html Finally, check out this article for ideas about why the cicada cycle has evolved as it has.http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/articles/A61426-2004May2.html Be sure to check with your librarian about some good books about these fascinating insects. Also ask about periodical or magazine articles on cicadas. Lots of people will be writing and talking about the cicada emergence of 2004! Have fun exploring and thanks for contacting the Virtual Reference Desk! Diane L., Librarian last updated Sept. 30, 2004
Category: Entomology