What is the time period that Cicadas appear?
late June to early July
late May to early June
late July to early August
What is the scientific name for the Periodical Cicada?
Magicicicada
Cicadous Maximus
Neotibicen
What are the three life stages of a cicada?
egg, pupa, larva
egg, coccon, adult
egg, nymph, adult
What do the nymphs feed on underground for 17 years?
tree roots
What do the nymphs do as soon as they emerge and get to the trees?
they molt or shed their outer skin
How many eggs does a female lay?
up to 600
Do cicadas bite or sting?
No
What is a positive affect of the cicada according to the text?
they are a food source for birds and wildlife
What is a negative affect of Cicadas in trees?
may cause "flagging" or twig dieback
Do mature trees recover after the Cicadas infest them?
Yes..
Cicadas will destroy my trees!
True
False
Cicadas are dangerous!
False
True
