Map shows where billions of cicadas will soon emerge in the US

The video discusses the rare dual emergence of cicada broods in the Midwest and Southeast, an event not seen since 1803. Entomologist Michael Ralph explains the significance of this occurrence, its rarity, and its impact on the ecosystem. Cicadas play a crucial role in energy transfer within food webs. Observers are advised to bring umbrellas due to the mist created by cicadas. The event is a significant opportunity for scientific observation and public interest.

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