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Neotibicen

Neotibicen is a genus of large-bodied annual cicadas in the family Cicadidae, subfamily Cicadinae, and tribe Cryptotympanini, native primarily to eastern and central North America, where adults emerge during the late summer "dog days" and produce loud, species-specific calling songs to attract mates.^[1] The genus comprises 13 recognized species, including N. tibicen, N. lyricen, and N. canicularis, all characterized by robust bodies, broad heads, prominent compound eyes, and clear wings with distinct venation patterns. Established in 2015 through molecular phylogenetic and morphological analyses, Neotibicen was separated from the polyphyletic genus Tibicen to reflect the distinct North American clade, with diversification estimated to have occurred after the mid-Miocene.^[1]^[2] These cicadas, commonly known as dog-day, harvest, or jar flies (though not true locusts), inhabit a range of environments from woodlands and forests to urban areas across the eastern United States, southeastern Canada, and parts of Mexico, with one species, N. bermudianus, historically occurring in Bermuda but now considered extinct.^[2] Species exhibit annual life cycles, with nymphs spending 2–5 years underground feeding on root xylem before emerging en masse to molt into adults that live for several weeks, during which males perch on vegetation and produce continuous trills or buzzes using specialized tymbal organs.^[2] Notable for their ecological role in soil aeration and as prey for birds, bats, and spiders, Neotibicen species show variation in coloration—often featuring green, black, or pruinose (frosted) markings—and some form hybrid zones where ranges overlap, such as between N. tibicen subspecies.^[3]

Taxonomy

Classification History

The genus Neotibicen was historically classified within the broader genus Tibicen Latreille, 1825, which encompassed a diverse array of North American cicadas north of Mexico, along with some Eurasian species, based primarily on superficial morphological similarities such as body size and coloration. Early subdivisions within Tibicen were proposed through morphological analyses, such as those by Davis (1930) identifying eastern, central, and western groups, but lacked robust phylogenetic support until molecular data became available. In 2015, a comprehensive study by Hill, Marshall, Moulds, and Simon utilized integrated morphological, molecular (mitochondrial COI and nuclear EF-1α sequences from 35 North American species), and acoustic analyses to revise the systematics of Tibicen, establishing Neotibicen Hill & Moulds as a new genus for 21 eastern and central North American species, including the type species Cicada canicularis Harris, 1841. This reclassification split Tibicen sensu lato into several distinct genera, including Neotibicen for the focal clade, Hadoa Moulds for 20 southwestern species (e.g., Tibicen duryi Davis, 1917), and Lyristes Stål for certain Eurasian taxa, with the changes justified by cladistic analysis of 27 morphological characters (e.g., head width, operculum shape, male genitalia) and phylogenetic trees showing strong clade support (bootstrap values >90% for Neotibicen). Species-specific calling songs provided additional diagnostic evidence, reinforcing boundaries where morphology was ambiguous.^[1] Phylogenetically, Neotibicen is positioned within the subtribe Tacuina Distant, 1904, of the tribe Cryptotympanini in the subfamily Cicadinae, forming a monophyletic clade closely related to other North American genera such as Hadoa, Megatibicen, Cacama, and Cornuplura, based on multi-gene analyses indicating shared Asian ancestry and divergence during Miocene invasions.^[4] This placement highlights Neotibicen's affinities with southwestern and periodic cicada lineages, with molecular divergence estimates suggesting the clade originated 15–20 million years ago.^[4] Post-2015 updates have refined Neotibicen's boundaries through targeted bioacoustic and morphological studies; for instance, in 2016, Sanborn and Heath erected Megatibicen for larger-bodied species previously assigned to Neotibicen (e.g., Tibicen auletes Germar, 1830), based on body size metrics and operculum morphology exceeding those of typical Neotibicen. Additionally, a 2017 bioacoustic investigation by Marshall and Hill described Neotibicen similaris apalachicola as a new subspecies from the Apalachicola region of the southeastern United States, distinguished by a divergent male courtship song despite morphological crypsis, and noted hybrid zones with the nominate form. These revisions underscore the role of acoustic data in resolving cryptic diversity within the genus.

Species and Subspecies

The genus Neotibicen comprises 13 recognized species, primarily distributed across North America, with one endemic to Bermuda; these annual cicadas were delineated as a distinct genus in a 2015 phylogenetic revision based on molecular, morphological, and acoustic data.^[5] The species are characterized by their summer emergence and distinctive calls, though specific traits such as song structure aid in differentiation.^[2] The following table lists the recognized species, including scientific names, authorities, and common names where established:

Scientific Name	Authority	Common Name
Neotibicen auriferus	(Say, 1825)	Plains dog-day cicada
Neotibicen bermudianus	(Verrill, 1902)	Bermuda cicada
Neotibicen canicularis	(Harris, 1841)	Dog-day cicada
Neotibicen davisi	(Smith & Grossbeck, 1907)	Davis' dog-day cicada
Neotibicen latifasciatus	(Davis, 1915)	Coastal scissor-grinder cicada
Neotibicen linnei	(Smith & Grossbeck, 1907)	Linne's cicada
Neotibicen lyricen	(De Geer, 1773)	Lyric cicada
Neotibicen pruinosus	(Say, 1825)	Scissor-grinder cicada
Neotibicen robinsonianus	(Davis, 1922)	Robinson's cicada
Neotibicen similaris	(Smith & Grossbeck, 1907)	Similar dog-day cicada
Neotibicen superbus	(Fitch, 1855)	Superb dog-day cicada
Neotibicen tibicen	(Linnaeus, 1758)	Swamp cicada
Neotibicen winnemanna	(Davis, 1912)	Winnemanna's cicada

Several species bear etymologies tied to their songs or seasonal associations; for instance, N. canicularis derives from the Latin canicula (little dog), referencing the "dog days" of late summer when it sings most prominently.^[6] Similarly, N. tibicen stems from the Latin tibicen (flute-player), alluding to its piping call, while N. lyricen evokes the lyre-like quality of its song.^[5] Subspecies are recognized within several species based on regional variations in acoustics and genetics; notable examples include N. tibicen tibicen (the nominate subspecies) and N. tibicen australis (southern form), as well as N. lyricen lyricen, N. lyricen engelhardti, and N. pruinosus fulvus.^[2] A recent addition is N. similaris apalachicola (Marshall & Hill, 2017), described from the Apalachicola region of the southeastern U.S. using song analysis and mitochondrial DNA evidence, forming hybrid zones with the nominate N. similaris despite distinct calls.^[3] As of 2025, no further taxonomic revisions have elevated additional debated variants to species status, though ongoing genetic studies continue to refine boundaries within the genus.^[2]

Morphology and Description

Adult Characteristics

Adult Neotibicen cicadas are large, robust insects typically measuring 25-51 mm in body length, characterized by a sturdy build and broad heads that contribute to their distinctive appearance among cicadids. Their coloration is predominantly green, often accented with black, brown, or pruinose (frosty white) markings that provide camouflage against tree bark and foliage. These patterns vary subtly across individuals and populations, reflecting adaptations to diverse woodland environments.^[7] Species-specific coloration enhances identification; for instance, N. canicularis often displays prominent black dorsal stripes along the thorax and abdomen, contrasting with its green base, while N. auriferus exhibits golden-tan hues blended with greenish tones, particularly in prairie populations. These variations arise from genetic and environmental factors.^[8]^[9] Key morphological features include prominent red or black compound eyes positioned laterally for wide visual fields, complemented by three ocelli on the vertex for additional light detection. The legs are robust and spined, adapted for secure clinging to bark during perching and calling. Sexual dimorphism is evident, with males possessing tymbals—ribbed membranes for sound production—and opercula that partially cover these organs on the abdomen's underside, structures briefly referenced in behavioral contexts for acoustic signaling. The wings are transparent with conspicuous dark veins, spanning 50-80 mm, and are held in a characteristic roof-like position over the body at rest, aiding in flight and thermoregulation.^[10]^[11]^[8]

Nymphal Characteristics

Neotibicen nymphs, adapted for a subterranean lifestyle, reach maturity at lengths of 15–30 mm and exhibit a robust, arched body shape resembling that of a crayfish, which facilitates burrowing through soil.^[12]^[13] Their coloration is typically dull brown or gray, providing effective camouflage against soil backgrounds, complemented by a thick, protective exoskeleton that withstands underground pressures.^[12]^[14] Prominent adaptations include powerful forelegs equipped with rake-like spines and teeth on the femora and tibiae for excavating tunnels, piercing-sucking mouthparts designed to extract fluids from plant roots, and the development of rudimentary wing pads visible in later instars.^[12]^[14]^[13] These nymphs undergo five developmental instars, during which morphological changes occur, such as progressive increases in body segmentation, eye development from opaque white to functional, and overall size enlargement across stages.^[15]^[16]

Distribution and Habitat

Geographic Range

The genus Neotibicen is distributed primarily across eastern and central North America, spanning from southern Canada, including Ontario, southward through the United States to the Gulf Coast, and extending westward to the Great Plains.^[2] This range encompasses diverse regions such as the Midwest, Southeast, and Appalachian areas, where the cicadas are most abundant in summer months.^[2] Historically, Neotibicen included a now-extirpated population in Bermuda, represented by the endemic species N. bermudianus, which disappeared due to habitat destruction and the near-eradication of its primary host plant, the Bermuda cedar (Juniperus bermudiana), following a blight in the 1940s.^[17] The core of the genus's current distribution lies in the deciduous forests of the U.S. Midwest and Southeast, where multiple species overlap.^[2] Species distributions vary within this overall range; for instance, N. tibicen is widespread across much of the eastern and central United States, from the Atlantic coast to the Mississippi River valley.^[2] In contrast, N. auriferus is more restricted to central U.S. states, including the Great Plains regions of Kansas, Oklahoma, and Texas.^[2] Other species, such as N. canicularis, extend northward into southern Canada and southward to northern Florida, while southeastern endemics like N. robinsonianus are concentrated in highland areas of Alabama, Georgia, and Tennessee.^[2] The geographic range of Neotibicen is influenced by climate suitability, particularly warm, humid summers that support adult emergence and reproduction, as well as the availability of deciduous host trees—such as oaks (Quercus spp.) and maples (Acer spp.)—essential for egg-laying and nymphal feeding on root xylem.^[2] Recent modeling suggests potential northward expansions for some species, like N. winnemanna, driven by warming temperatures associated with climate change, though no widespread shifts have been documented as of 2025.^[18]

Habitat Preferences

Neotibicen species primarily inhabit deciduous woodlands, forest edges, and areas with mature trees, including urban and suburban settings, parks, orchards, and oak-hickory woodlands. These cicadas favor environments that support their life cycle, such as open forests, prairie edges, and streamside habitats, where nymphs can burrow and feed undisturbed for several years. For instance, Neotibicen lyricen is commonly associated with upland deciduous forests and wooded residential areas, while Neotibicen pruinosus thrives in mixed woodlands and suburban yards with deciduous trees.^[19]^[20]^[21] Nymphs of Neotibicen require fertile soils that sustain complex root systems of host plants, typically loamy or well-drained types conducive to burrowing and long-term development. They feed on the xylem sap from roots of various deciduous trees, including oaks (Quercus spp.), maples (Acer spp.), hickories (Carya spp.), ashes (Fraxinus spp.), elms (Ulmus spp.), beeches (Fagus spp.), persimmons (Diospyros spp.), walnuts (Juglans spp.), and even peach trees (Prunus persica). Adults oviposit eggs into the twigs of similar deciduous hardwoods, ensuring proximity to suitable root hosts for the emerging nymphs, though some species occasionally use conifers.^[22]^[23]^[24]^[25] Certain species exhibit specific microhabitat preferences influenced by moisture and vegetation structure; for example, Neotibicen tibicen is often found in swampy or marshy lowlands near water bodies, such as river banks or wetland edges with shrubs and tall weeds. In contrast, species like Neotibicen canicularis occupy a broader range, from thick forests to urban settings, as long as mature trees are present for perching and calling. These habitats generally occur in warm, humid climates during summer, with adults emerging when soil temperatures reach about 18°C (64°F) at 8-inch depths, supporting their preference for temperate to subtropical regions across eastern North America.^[19]^[26]

Life Cycle

Developmental Stages

Neotibicen cicadas, like other members of the family Cicadidae, undergo hemimetabolous (incomplete) metamorphosis, characterized by three primary developmental stages: egg, nymph, and adult, without a distinct pupal phase as seen in holometabolous insects.^[14] This metamorphosis allows nymphs to gradually resemble adults through a series of molts, with wing development occurring progressively during the nymphal instars rather than in a separate transformative stage.^[27] The egg stage begins when adult females use their ovipositor to create slits in the bark of twigs, typically on deciduous trees or shrubs, and deposit clusters of 10 to 20 eggs per slit, with a single female capable of laying up to several hundred eggs over multiple sites.^[19] These eggs are elongated and cigar-shaped, measuring approximately 1.5 to 3 mm in length, and are creamy white in color.^[28] Hatching occurs after 6 to 10 weeks, depending on environmental conditions such as temperature and humidity, at which point the first-instar nymphs emerge and drop to the ground to begin their subterranean life.^[29] Upon reaching the soil, the nymphs burrow downward and initiate the longest phase of their development, lasting 2 to 5 years for Neotibicen species, during which they feed exclusively on xylem sap drawn from the roots of trees and shrubs using piercing-sucking mouthparts.^[27] Nymphs undergo five instars, molting four times to accommodate growth; early instars are small and pale, while later ones develop more robust forelegs adapted for digging and visible wing pads that foreshadow the adult form.^[23] Throughout this period, they remain underground, constructing tunnels and chambers, with feeding and molting synchronized to seasonal root sap availability; detailed morphological features of these nymphs, such as their fossorial forelegs, are described elsewhere.^[23] In the final nymphal instar, individuals construct an emergence tunnel to the soil surface and form a preparatory chamber, where they undergo physiological changes including the expansion and pigmentation of wing pads in preparation for the terminal molt.^[30] This pre-emergence phase is brief, lasting days to weeks, and culminates in the nymph crawling out at night, climbing a vertical surface, and shedding its exoskeleton to reveal the adult; the discarded nymphal skin, or exuviae, remains as evidence of this transformation.^[19] The adult stage is short-lived, typically enduring 4 to 6 weeks, during which the primary focus is reproduction, though adults actively feed on plant sap or nectar from trees and flowers to sustain energy needs, countering earlier misconceptions of non-feeding.^[31] Freshly molted adults are pale and soft but harden and expand their wings within hours, achieving full coloration and functionality soon after; this stage enables dispersal, calling, and oviposition to perpetuate the cycle.^[19]

Cycle Duration and Emergence

Neotibicen species exhibit an annual life cycle characterized by a prolonged subterranean nymphal phase lasting 2 to 5 years, in contrast to the 13- or 17-year cycles of periodical cicadas in the genus Magicicada.^[19]^[32] This extended underground development involves nymphs feeding on root xylem, with overlapping cohorts from successive years ensuring that adults emerge annually rather than synchronously in massive broods.^[33] The asynchrony among year classes results in consistent yearly appearances across their range, though local populations may show partial synchronization within a season.^[34] Emergence typically occurs from late summer to early fall, spanning July through September, depending on latitude and local conditions.^[35] This timing is primarily triggered by soil temperatures reaching approximately 18–20°C (64–68°F) at depths of 15–20 cm, often following warm rains that facilitate nymphal exit from the soil.^[36]^[37] In local areas, emergences are relatively synchronous over a few weeks, creating noticeable concentrations of adults, with males generally appearing slightly ahead of females to establish calling sites.^[34]^[38]

Behavior

Communication and Sound Production

Males of the genus Neotibicen produce species-specific calls primarily for mate attraction and species recognition using specialized tymbal organs located on the sides of the abdomen. These organs consist of ribbed membranes that are rapidly vibrated by contractions of internal tymbal muscles, generating a series of clicks as the ribs buckle inward and snap back. The resulting sound is amplified by large air sacs within the abdominal cavity, which act as resonators to enhance volume and projection.^[39]^[40] Call characteristics vary distinctly among Neotibicen species, aiding in reproductive isolation. For instance, N. canicularis produces a continuous, high-pitched whining drone resembling an electric saw buzz, lasting about 15 seconds and starting softly before peaking and tapering off, with a dominant frequency around 7 kHz and intensities reaching up to 106 dB at close range. In contrast, N. lyricen emits a buzzy, rattling trill without strong pulsations, often described as lyrical due to its smoother phrasing, extending 30 seconds to over a minute with gradual volume increases. These songs generally span frequencies of 2-10 kHz and can exceed 100 dB in choruses.^[41]^[20]^[42] Calling typically occurs in late afternoon or early evening during warm weather, when males perch in trees and synchronize into choruses to amplify collective signaling and deter predators. These diurnal patterns align with peak activity in deciduous woodlands, where group singing creates a pervasive auditory landscape. Females respond to appropriate conspecific calls by flicking their wings in timed patterns, producing brief clicking sounds that signal receptivity and guide males to their location.^[43]^[44]^[45] Such acoustic divergence plays a key role in Neotibicen speciation, as distinct song traits prevent interbreeding even in sympatric zones, with studies revealing cryptic taxa differentiated primarily by call structure despite morphological similarities. For example, hybrid zones between subspecies show limited gene flow due to mismatched acoustic signals, underscoring sound's barrier to reproductive isolation.^[46]^[47]

Mating Behaviors

Males of Neotibicen species typically initiate courtship by perching on elevated vegetation, such as tree trunks or branches, and producing loud, species-specific calls to attract receptive females from a distance.^[48] Females respond to these calls by approaching the male and signaling interest through rapid wing flicks, which generate a subtle clicking sound detectable at close range.^[48] Upon arrival, the pair engages in physical contact to confirm mutual receptivity before copulation commences. Mating in Neotibicen involves the male transferring sperm via his aedeagus to the female's spermatheca.^[49] Females often mate multiple times with different males to maximize fertilization success and genetic diversity in their offspring.^[50] Following mating, females select living twigs of deciduous trees or shrubs—typically pencil-sized in diameter—and use their saw-like ovipositor to make parallel slits in the bark, depositing eggs in clusters of 10 to 20 per slit.^[7] A single female lays 200 to 600 eggs across multiple sites over several weeks, a process that can weaken twigs and cause flagging, where affected branches wilt and die back, though significant tree damage is rare.^[51]^[7] Species isolation in Neotibicen is primarily maintained through acoustic and behavioral barriers, where distinct calling patterns and female response preferences prevent interspecific mating.^[10] These prezygotic mechanisms ensure reproductive fidelity, though rare hybridization occurs in contact zones between closely related taxa, such as N. tibicen and a newly described subspecies.^[46]

Ecology

Predators and Parasites

Neotibicen cicadas face predation from a variety of vertebrates and invertebrates throughout their life cycle. Adult cicadas are commonly consumed by birds such as orioles, blue jays, and cardinals, which target them during flight or while perched on vegetation.^[52] Mammals like squirrels and moles prey on both adults and emerging nymphs, often foraging near tree bases where nymphs climb to molt.^[53] Among insects, the eastern cicada killer wasp (Sphecius speciosus) is a primary predator of adult Neotibicen, with females stinging and paralyzing cicadas to provision underground nests for their larvae; this wasp specializes in annual cicadas and does not attack periodical species.^[6] Parasitic organisms also exert significant pressure on Neotibicen populations. Fungi, including species in the genus Massospora, can infect adults, leading to sterility by replacing genital structures with spore masses that spread the pathogen during mating attempts, though such infections are more commonly documented in related cicada genera.^[54] Nematodes infest both nymphs and adults, burrowing into tissues and potentially reducing longevity and reproductive success.^[52] Mites frequently parasitize cicadas, attaching to the body surface or entering orifices to feed on hemolymph, which can weaken hosts and increase susceptibility to other threats.^[55] Additionally, sarcophagid flies such as Emblemasoma erro larviposit eggs into adult cicadas, with larvae developing internally and emerging to pupate, often resulting in host death; while typically targeting males via acoustic mimicry, parasitism of females has been observed in Neotibicen linnei.^[56] Neotibicen employ several behavioral and morphological defenses against these threats. Their bark-like coloration provides camouflage against visual predators like birds and squirrels, blending seamlessly with tree trunks.^[57] Sudden flashes of bright underwings during flight serve as startle displays to deter approaching predators.^[52] Annual emergences, though less synchronized than in periodical cicadas, occur in sufficient numbers to overwhelm predators locally through satiation, ensuring some individuals survive to reproduce.^[53] Predation and parasitism contribute to high mortality rates among Neotibicen, with estimates indicating up to 90% of emerging adults may succumb to these factors during outbreaks, compounded by vulnerabilities in soft-bodied nymphs and short adult lifespans.^[52] Despite this, populations remain resilient due to the high fecundity of females, who can lay 200–600 eggs per individual, compensating for losses and maintaining stable numbers across their range.

Ecological Role and Human Interactions

Neotibicen species play a key role in nutrient cycling within their ecosystems, as nymphs feed on xylem sap from tree roots for years underground, extracting nutrients that are later returned to the soil upon adult emergence.^[18] When adults emerge in summer, their bodies, molted exuviae, and eventual decomposition deposit significant biomass—often in large numbers—enriching forest floors and grasslands with nitrogen and other elements, thereby enhancing soil fertility and supporting plant growth.^[58] This pulsed return of nutrients can stimulate microbial activity and benefit understory vegetation, particularly in deciduous woodlands where Neotibicen are prevalent.^[59] As a prey base for wildlife, Neotibicen serve as an important food source for various predators, including birds, mammals, spiders, and specialized insects like the Eastern Cicada Killer wasp (Sphecius speciosus), which provisions nests with paralyzed adults.^[60] Their abundance during annual emergences provides seasonal energy boosts to these consumers, contributing to food web dynamics in eastern North American forests and prairies.^[61] Neotibicen cicadas function as indicator species for habitat quality due to their specific requirements for mature trees and undisturbed soil, making them sensitive to environmental degradation.^[62] Populations decline in fragmented or polluted areas, allowing researchers to use their presence and density in biodiversity monitoring programs to assess forest health and ecosystem integrity in regions like the Midwest and Southeast.^[63] In human interactions, Neotibicen hold cultural significance in North American folklore, often symbolizing summer's arrival and renewal, with their loud calls evoking themes of transformation akin to broader cicada symbolism in indigenous and early settler traditions.^[64] They occasionally serve as informal indicators of harvest seasons in rural areas, signaling the end of crop growth with their mid-summer choruses. As pests, females cause minor damage by slitting twigs for egg-laying, which can lead to dieback in young orchard trees like apples and peaches, though this rarely poses major economic threats due to targeted management like netting.^[65] Conservation efforts for Neotibicen remain stable overall, with most species classified as least concern, but certain subspecies face vulnerability from deforestation that reduces suitable woodland habitats.^[66] Climate change is expected to drive northward range shifts in species like Neotibicen tibicen, as indicated by ecophysiological studies, with recent observations suggesting expansions for related species such as N. winnemanna.^[67]^[18]

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Adult cicadas are large, stout insects that are green or brown in color. They have two pairs of clear wings and short antennae. Nymph cicadas do not have ...Missing: list | Show results with:list
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Category: Life Cycle - Cicada Mania
Magicicada periodical cicadas often emerge earlier or later than expected. This phenomenon is called straggling, and the individual cicadas that emerged earlier ...
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Dogday Cicada (Family Cicadidae) – Field Station - UW-Milwaukee
Jul 21, 2015 · Neotibicen adults are green, black, and brown, bullet-shaped, and one-to-two inches long; they have four wings (the front pair twice as long as ...Missing: list | Show results with:list
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Cicadas - Missouri Botanical Garden
Annual cicadas emerge in late July through September, and Periodical cicadas emerge within a few nights anywhere from late April through May (once soil ...Missing: developmental stages pupa
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Annual cicada life cycle and behavior - Facebook
May 18, 2024 · Periodical cicada nymphs (“babies”) live below ground for 12 years and 11 months. They have been living underground, sucking sap from tree roots ...Cicada life cycle and size variationsCicada life cycle and behavior explainedMore results from www.facebook.com
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Jan 29, 2023 · The Egg Stage. There are three stages to the life cycle of the cicada. They are the egg, nymph and adult stages. The egg comes about when the ...
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Meet The Cicada By Kelly Hock — Missouri Master Naturalists
Aug 31, 2021 · ... Neotibicen pruinosus, is an "annual" cicada. Their life cycle begins with the females laying eggs in small branches on trees and woody ...
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Cicada Summer: The Impact of Climate Change on Insects
May 14, 2024 · Soil temperatures need to reach 64 degrees before cicadas emerge. This means our changing climate will likely impact cicada emergence patterns according to ...
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[PDF] Cicadian Rhythms: The 2024 Cicada Emergence
Sep 9, 2025 · Yet today, climate change is disrupting these rhythms, leading to altered emergence timings, increased populations of straggler cicadas, and ...Missing: Neotibicen | Show results with:Neotibicen
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Ecophysiological responses to climate change in cicadas
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Cicadas (of Florida), Neocicada hieroglyphica (Say), Tibicen ...
Small (length of forewing less than 7 mm) · Medium (length of forewing 23 to 32 mm) · Large (length of forewing 31–57 mm).
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How Do “Mute” Cicadas Produce Their Calling Songs? | PLOS One
Feb 25, 2015 · The tymbal mechanism is the most common method of sound production in cicadas. However, five genera of cicadas lack tymbal organs, i.e., ...
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Dog-day Cicada (Neotibicen canicularis) - Songs of Insects
Dog-day Cicadas are widespread and vocal. Their brown and green markings are almost identical to those of Linne's Cicadas, but Dog-days are noticeably smaller ...Missing: dorsal | Show results with:dorsal
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Chapter 24: Loudest | The University of Florida Book of Insect Records
Two species of North American cicadas, Tibicen walkeri Metcalf and T. resh (Haldman), produce an alarm call with a mean sound pressure level of 105.9 dB(50cm).Missing: Neotibicen | Show results with:Neotibicen
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When do cicadas sing?
Apr 18, 2017 · When do cicadas sing? · Neotibicen tibicen, also known as Morning Cicadas, typically sing before noon. · Neotibicen latifasciatus, aka Coastal ...
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Behavior | Periodical Cicada Information Pages
Female wing flick signal: Females produce timed “wing flick” signals in response to male calls. The timing of this signal in relation to the male call is ...
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Love Is In The Air For Cicadas | Smithsonian Science Education ...
May 26, 2021 · Females of the same species recognize this pattern and respond by flicking their wings to make a snapping sound. The male then changes his ...
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May 31, 2017 · A new Neotibicen cicada subspecies (Hemiptera: Cicadidae) from the southeastern USA forms hybrid zones with a widespread relative despite a ...
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Cicadas | Colorado State University Extension Website
May 1, 2025 · Cicada nymphs develop underground, feeding on fluids they suck from the roots of grasses, shrubs, and trees. The nymphs are generally pale brown ...
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(PDF) Sexual behavior in North American cicadas of the genera ...
Mating is brief and involves no elaborate courtship. The Okanagana mating system, characterized by male advertisement and female searching, is contrasted ...
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The best of both worlds: cicada males change costly signals to ...
Cicadas usually perch, sing, and mate on the higher parts of their host plants. This makes the observation of courtship and mating behavior of cicadas very ...Missing: Neotibicen oviposition
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Cicadas | Chicago Botanic Garden
Male cicadas sing to attract females; after mating, the female makes slits in pencil-sized branches to lay eggs. In six to ten weeks, eggs hatch and ant-sized ...
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Cicada - National Geographic Kids
Females lay 200 to 400 eggs in tiny holes that they make in the branches of trees and shrubs. After six to 10 weeks, cicada young called nymphs hatch from the ...
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What eats cicadas?
Jun 27, 2015 · Even organisms without mouths like fungi will consume cicadas. People, pets, rodents, marsupials, reptiles, birds, fish, insects, arachnids — ...
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'Dog-day' Cicada - Nursery IPM - Sites@Rutgers
Jul 22, 2025 · The 'Dog-day' cicada emerges early July, has a 2-3 year life cycle, makes 'electric buzz-saw' screams, and females cause flagging by inserting ...
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A specialized fungal parasite (Massospora cicadina) hijacks the ...
Jan 23, 2018 · A specialized fungal parasite (Massospora cicadina) hijacks the sexual signals of periodical cicadas (Hemiptera: Cicadidae: Magicicada).Missing: Neotibicen | Show results with:Neotibicen
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Cicadas in Massachusetts - Mass Audubon
Female cicadas make 40 to 50 slits in the twigs of broad-leafed trees and grasses in which to insert up to 400 eggs. The first stage nymph, which resembles a ...Missing: instars | Show results with:instars
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"Sarcophagid Parasitism of Female Cicada in Wisconsin" by Allen M ...
In this brief communique, I report an unusual instance of a female of the cicada Neotibicen linnei being successfully parasitized by Emblemasoma erro in western ...
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Dog days and their cicadas, <i>Neotibicen</i> (formerly <i>Tibicen ...
Aug 31, 2015 · The nocturnal emergence is likely a way to avoid detection by day-hunting predators such as birds and squirrels when these soft-shell cicadas ...<|control11|><|separator|>
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Neotibicen winnemanna (Eastern Scissor-grinder Cicada)
Sep 2, 2025 · Climate change and urbanization may gradually shift ranges, potentially allowing southern species like N. winnemanna to expand farther into ...
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Feeding Ecology and Emergence Production of Annual Cicadas ...
tissues are unknown for these insects. We used emergence trapping of cicadas and analysis of mass, nutrient content, and stable isotope composition.
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Acute resource pulses from periodical cicadas propagate to ...
Acute resource pulses from decomposing cicadas propagated belowground to soil microbial‐feeding invertebrates and stimulated nutrient mineralization in the ...Missing: Neotibicen | Show results with:Neotibicen
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Buzzers of the East: The Swamp Cicada (Neotibicen tibicen)
Jun 2, 2022 · Like many Neotibicen, this species is a common prey for the Eastern Cicada Killer. It is common from mid July to mid September, with adults ...
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The cicadas are coming: An entomologist's take on a once-in-200 ...
Apr 12, 2024 · By supporting the plant life, cicadas are supporting the pollinators. If they're supporting the pollinators, they're supporting the creatures ...
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[PDF] distribution of cicadas in illinois with a focus on the natural - IDEALS
Jul 2, 2016 · Neotibicen pruinosus pruinosus adult showing dissected parts used in library creation: (1) head; (2) legs; (3) body; (4) hindwings; and (5) ...
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[PDF] 1 Insects as Indicators of Habitat Quality, Ecological Integrity and ...
These twenty species fall into the following genera: Neotibicen, Megatibicen, Okanagana, Cicadetta, Diceroprocta, Neocicada, Beameria, and. Magicicada ...
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Cicadas, facts and photos | National Geographic
May 10, 2011 · Cultural significance and symbolism ... Large numbers of cicadas can overwhelm and damage young trees by feeding and laying eggs in them.
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Tree Fruit Insect Pest - Periodical Cicada - Penn State Extension
Mar 27, 2023 · This egg-laying activity lasts approximately 30 days, and about 6 to 7 weeks later the eggs hatch into tiny white nymphs. ... duration of the egg- ...