An elegantly structured novel, told through through the eyes of a young lad, is the first part of four interconnected ...

The seasonal serenade of cicadas kicks off as the weather warms and typically peaks in February. But how and why do these insects make such a loud noise? Here’s a primer on how New Zealand’s annual ...

Explainer - It's the season, and you can't miss the buzzy chorus. So how do these insects make so much noise, and is it dangerous?

Courtship in the insect world is an intricate and fascinating process, shaped by millions of years of evolution. Insects communicate love through light, sound, scent, and movement , and sometimes even ...

If you’ve ever spotted a bug in your home and immediately wondered, “What kind of bug is this?” you’re not alone. Whether it’s ants in the kitchen, a cockroach in ...

In the spring of 2021, a remarkable natural phenomenon unfolded across the eastern United States. After 17 years of underground development, trillions of Brood X periodical cicadas emerged from the ...

Cicadas, a common insect variety, sing in chorus just before dawn every day. Individuals respond to the ambient sunlight, and then others join in the chorus. The evolutionary reasons for either ...

ODEN — Whether you're in the mood for a nature walk or are interested in some summer learning opportunities, a trip to the Oden State Fish Hatchery is a great way to spend a few extra hours. With two ...

Do you hear a loud hissing sound during the day? Yes, it sounds eerie, but it's a natural phenomenon. Dog-day cicadas appear throughout Texas during the summer months. According to Cicada Mania, these ...

Some cicadas appear every year in Illinois. Last year, the Prairie State was the cicada capital of the country. This year's cicada emergence will be far less dramatic. Love 'em or loathe 'em, some ...

HAVE BEEN SINGING KELLY ANN. YES, YOU CAN CERTAINLY HEAR THEIR BUZZ HERE ON CAPE COD. ONE OF THE MAIN SPOTS TO FIND THESE 17 YEAR CICADAS IN OUR AREA OUTSIDE OF EASTERN NORTH AMERICA. THERE’S ONLY TWO ...