Cicadas to Emerge in 2024: Brood XIX and Brood XIII
Brood XIX and Brood XIII Cicadas to Emerge in 2024
Get ready for a once-in-a-lifetime event! In 2024, two distinct cicada broods, Brood XIX and Brood XIII, will emerge from their underground slumber. These periodical cicadas have spent the past 13 and 17 years, respectively, feeding on tree roots beneath the surface.
Brood XIX: 13-Year Cicadas
Brood XIX, known as the "Great Southern Brood," will emerge in Georgia and the Southeast. These cicadas are expected to make an appearance in Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina, Alabama, and Mississippi.
Brood XIII: 17-Year Cicadas
Brood XIII, also known as the "Eastern Brood," will emerge in Illinois and surrounding states. They are expected to be present in Michigan, Indiana, Kentucky, West Virginia, Ohio, and Pennsylvania.
A Noteworthy Occurrence
The emergence of these two cicada broods in the same year is a unique event. It hasn't happened since 2015 and won't occur again until 1998.
These periodical cicadas play a crucial role in the ecosystem by providing food for birds, bats, and other animals. Their emergence also signals the arrival of spring and brings a sense of wonder to the outdoors.
So mark your calendars for 2024 and be prepared to witness the incredible spectacle of these fascinating creatures as they emerge from the earth and fill the air with their distinctive song.
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