Cicada season begins in May, as adult cicadas begin to emerge from underground to fulfill their life cycle. Their sound is loud; like over 90-decibels loud.

Mechanics of cicada songs Insects, unlike humans and some birds, don't have voice boxes. They use their body parts as instruments to produce sound. Male cicadas have a membrane with ridges called a ...

Cicadas are relatively harmless compared to some insects. They don't bite, and they typically stay away from the plants in your garden. But if you're sensitive to sound, the bugs can be a major ...