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Faiza Saqib

How To Get Rid of Cicadas From Your Yard — 5 Things Experts Suggest You Should Do

A cicada sits on a pine tree .

Cicada season is here and it seems that these critters are appearing from their underground home and making their way into many states across the US. Although some insects are great for maintaining the health of our beloved garden plants, cicadas can be can become quite a nuisance, but don't worry too much, as they are not harmful to humans!

There are two types of cicadas you need to be aware of. Those are: annual cicadas which appear in July and August and periodical cicadas that arrive in May and June. Known as one of the loudest insect in the world with their unforgettably high-pitched screams, these critters can also damage your much-loved trees and shrubs.

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