You may be wondering why there are so many cicadas in your area lately. Unlike the annual cicadas that appear, these loud cyclical pests are spawning out of the ground to mate before their long lives end.
This year marks the end of the Great Eastern Brood's 17-year life cycle, now the weather and soil are warm enough. Here, gardening and pest experts reveal why they're appearing in large numbers, how long periodical cicada swarms will last, and any preparations you can make to protect your home and yard.
