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Annual Cicada

Tibicen sp.

Photo by ceherzog
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Field Notes

Description:

Recently emerged adult...
I often see the old exoskeletons but have never seen the adult noise makers.

Habitat:

Backyard deck under oaks

Reference Links:

Tibicen

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Comments (8)
ceherzog
It was just luck to find it newly emerged and unable to fly.
ceherzog
Thanks Susan...it wasn't there the next morning.
ceherzog
Thanks Alice and Laura...it really was beautiful...all still & moist & green.
LauraMaria
Oh fabulous!! What a great moment to capture. I don't think I've actually ever seen a cicada... just heard them! Those wings are quite something, and I love the shot of his face haha!
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PublishedAugust 5, 2011

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