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2017 Wildlife Photo Contest

Magicicada Septendecim, Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Cicada on Moss

Species: Magicicada Septendecim | Location: Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America

By Suzanne Cloutier-Moore

Despite their alien appearance, these colorful little creatures are beneficial to the ecology of our region. This is a 17 year Cicada that emerges in May when ground temperature exceeds 64 degrees.

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Amateur who loves nature
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