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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.

Dead T. lyricen cicada

More Cicadas from Wallingford, CT

Gerry, A dead cicada was found this morning on work property. It appears that in
Date Posted: 2009-09-15 Comments: (4) Category: Cicadas
Tibicen canicularis in Clinton, MA

Cicada Sighted in Clinton, MA

Found this cicada (?) alive in our pool. After 1/2 hour drying, it flew off to the nearby woods.
Date Posted: 2009-09-13 Comments: (1) Category: Cicadas
Stictia carolina wasp

Cicada Killers in Nashua, NH

I was birding and noticed this wasp stinging an insect. Resembles Cicada Killer, but I don't k
Date Posted: 2009-09-07 Comments: (1) Category: Cicada Killers
Female Cicada

Cicada from Wallingford, CT

Hi, I found this specimen in Wallingford, Ct this morning (alive and well). It l
Date Posted: 2009-08-31 Comments: (3) Category: Cicadas
Tibicen canicularis sighting

Cicada Sighting in Georgetown, MA

Hello, I just found your site as I tried to identify the cicada specie I discover
Date Posted: 2009-08-29 Comments: (1) Category: Cicadas
Tibicen auletes in Ozark, AL

Cicada Sighting in Ozark, AL

Sorry if I spelled it wrong. We have found quite a few shells around our house. My daughter (3 yea
Date Posted: 2009-08-28 Comments: (2) Category: Cicadas
Tibicen linnei cicada

Tibicen linnei in New Canaan, CT

soooo cool. heard them in the trees. my sister has them in maryland. is this the first time i have h
Date Posted: 2009-08-27 Comments: (1) Category: Cicadas
Pigeon Horntail Wasp

Cicada Sighting in Appleton, WI

This insect is incredibly large and has been on this sugar maple for longer than a hour and has not
Date Posted: 2009-08-24 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.