Experts say Eastern cicada killers are not dangerous to humans. Stings — rare and minor as they are — only come from the females. For the most part, female cicada killers keep their stings for ...

As you may have guessed by the name, the eastern cicada killer is known for being a threat to cicadas. But despite their ability to sting, these insects are not usually interested in stinging humans.

Are these wasps dangerous and why are they called killers. The cicada killer can deliver a nasty sting, but they are not an aggressive wasp and will only sting if handled roughly or stepped on.

This year’s cicada emergence is particularly noteworthy as it involves all three species of 17-year cicadas. “Sometimes different species will all coincide in a good year and you’ll have a ...

For the first time in 17 years, cicada Brood XIV will emerge in spring 2025 — and Massachusetts is one of 13 states that will experience the cicada boom. Brood XIV is a periodical brood and is ...