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Cicada and Cicada Killer Sightings

About the Sightings Section

This section contains user-submitted cicada and cicada killer sightings information. The section is divided into two categories, "Cicadas" and "Cicada Killers". Below is a brief synopsis on a particular sighting ordered by most recent sighting first. Clicking on the thumbnail or sighting location link will transport you to detailed information.

Why Cicada and Cicada Killer Sightings are Wanted

Cicada and Cicada Killer sightings are being solicated because they help in filling in gaps in the distribution of cicadas and cicada killer species. The information obtained is added to our distribution maps and is shared with other researchers from around the world. With the creation of the internet and its connectivity, it allows us to cover great geographic distances without the need for travel. If you would like to report a cicada or cicada killer sighting please follow the link under the Submit a Report section in the right-hand column menu list.

Immature Brood XIX Magicicada nymph

Immature Nymphs in Blue Springs, MO

It still may be early for the extreme northwest of Missouri. Only immatures are being spotted as ind
Date Posted: 2011-05-10 Comments: (1) Category: Cicadas
Brood XIX Report from Williamsburg, VA

Brood XIX Report from Williamsburg, VA

The cicadas first started coming out on May 3. However, last night was spectacular! They were everyw
Date Posted: 2011-05-08 Comments: (6) Category: Cicadas
Brood XIX M. tredecim in Huntsville, AL

Brood XIX in Huntsville, AL

Jesse reports Thousands of skins and adults but no calling yet.
Date Posted: 2011-05-08 Comments: (9) Category: Cicadas
Brood XIX in Hartselle, AL

Brood XIX Activity in Hartselle, AL

I was visiting my mother today when me and my 4 year old son were walking around the yard and discov
Date Posted: 2011-05-08 Comments: (1) Category: Cicadas
Periodical Cicadas from Athens, GA

Brood XIX Cicadas in Athens, GA

So far only a few males calling sporadically -- nothing like the constant hum neighboring counties a
Date Posted: 2011-05-07 Comments: (1) Category: Cicadas
Periodical Cicadas in LaGrange, GA.

Periodical Cicadas from LaGrange, GA

First noticed April 25th. Even the tornadoes didn't drive them away! Even when the wind isn't blowin
Date Posted: 2011-05-06 Comments: (1) Category: Cicadas
Brood XIX Magicicada from Wayside Georgia

Brood XIX from Wayside, GA

Hatch first noticed 4/22/2011. Son, federal agent, noticed heavy unusual armadillo digging around ba
Date Posted: 2011-05-05 Comments: (2) Category: Cicadas
Brood XIX Magicicadas at Lake Jordan, NC

Magicicadas at Lake Jordan, NC

Here in central NC, the Brood XIX 13 yr. Periodical Cicidas are swarming & singing! We have observed
Date Posted: 2011-05-05 Comments: (1) Category: Cicadas

Submit a Report

Did you spot an annual cicada or a cicada killer wasp? If you did and you have a photo and want to report it, please click the link below.

Brood I Information

The Brood I periodical cicada emergence happened in 2012 in Virginia, W. Virginia and Tennessee. Below are some of the highlights.

Brood XIX Information

The Brood XIX periodical cicada emergence has come and gone. Below is some information that you may find helpful.