Cicada Brood Emergence in 2024

Brood XIX and Brood XIII

Billions of cicadas will emerge from the ground in the spring of 2024. Two different broods of cicadas will emerge in a combined 17 states across the Southeast and Midwest, creating a once-in-a-decade spectacle for nature enthusiasts.

Brood XIX

Brood XIX is a 13-year cicada that will emerge in Georgia and the Southeast. These cicadas last emerged in 2011 and will re-emerge in 2024 and 2037.

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Brood XIII

Brood XIII is a 17-year cicada that will emerge in Illinois and other parts of the Midwest. These cicadas last emerged in 2007 and will re-emerge in 2024 and 2041.

Conclusion

The emergence of Brood XIX and Brood XIII cicadas in 2024 is a remarkable natural event that will capture the attention of people across the United States. These cicadas play an important role in the ecosystem, and their emergence reminds us of the incredible diversity and interconnectedness of nature.