Cicadas are renowned for their distinctive and overwhelming noise, a natural symphony that marks the arrival of summer in many parts of the world. These insects, emerging after years underground, create their loud, reverberating song through a process called stridulation, where they rapidly contract their tymbals (drum-like organs). The sound can reach up to 100 decibels, echoing through forests and neighborhoods. This cacophony not only defines the soundscape of their habitat but also plays a crucial role in mating rituals and predator deterrence. The captivating video capturing these sounds was taken at the Anne Close Springs Greenway.
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The Great Cicada Emergence of 2024: A Once-in-a-Lifetime Event in South Carolina
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Thomas Hyslip lives in Tega Cay with his wife and daughter. After 27 years in the U.S. Army and Federal Law Enforcement, he retired to pursue his passion for teaching. Tom is now an Assistant Professor of Instruction at the University of South Florida. In 2 short years he has won 10 awards from the South Carolina Press Association, including first place in column writing, education beat reporting and best podcast.
