{"id":3527,"count":1,"description":"Cicadas are insects known for their buzzing and clicking sounds, produced by specialized structures called tymbals, which they use primarily for mating calls. Cicadas spend most of their lives underground as nymphs, feeding on the sap from plant roots. They emerge as adults in periodic cycles, with some species emerging every 13 or 17 years, depending on the species. Once above ground, they molt, mate, and lay eggs before completing their life cycle, which typically lasts only a few weeks.","link":"https:\/\/aptivepestcontrol.com\/pests\/cicadas\/","name":"Cicadas","slug":"cicadas","taxonomy":"pest_type","parent":0,"meta":[],"acf":{"intro_paragraph":"","how_we_treat_pest_type":"We treat cicadas by using methods to target adult cicadas, applying them to areas where cicadas congregate or where damage to vegetation is significant. Additionally, we might provide advice on cultural methods, such as pruning trees to remove egg-laying sites, to help mitigate cicada populations. We aim to reduce the impact of cicadas on the affected area while minimizing harm to non-target organisms. For specialized <a href=\"\/pest-control\/cicadas\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noreferrer\">cicada control<\/a> and to discover how we can help you, <a href=\"\/locations\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noreferrer\">find a location<\/a> near you and experience our exceptional service.","pest_faq":[{"question":"How serious are cicadas?","answer":"Cicadas can be significant in their natural environment, playing roles in nutrient cycling and serving as prey for other organisms. However, in some cases, particularly during mass emergences, they can become pests, causing damage to plants and trees. While not harmful to humans, their impact on vegetation and potential for disruption varies depending on factors such as population density and location, often necessitating management strategies to mitigate damage."},{"question":"How did I get cicadas?","answer":"Cicadas typically emerge from underground as adults after spending years as nymphs feeding on tree roots. They emerge in large numbers during specific intervals, often every 13 or 17 years depending on the species. The nymphs hatch from eggs laid by adult cicadas in trees, and they then burrow into the soil to feed on roots until they mature into adults. Therefore, if you have cicadas in your area, it's likely due to their natural life cycle and emergence patterns rather than any specific action on your part."},{"question":"Do cicadas bite or sting?","answer":"Cicadas do not bite or sting humans. They are primarily known for their loud buzzing calls and their role in ecosystems as plant feeders and prey for other animals. While cicadas have mouthparts designed for piercing and sucking plant fluids, they do not possess the ability to bite or sting humans. However, they may accidentally land on or brush against people, which can startle some individuals due to their size and buzzing flight."}],"display_name":"Cicadas","alternative_tag":"Cicadoidea","pest_type_featured_image":10975,"is_empty":"empty","is_pest_treatable":true},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/aptivepestcontrol.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pest_type\/3527","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/aptivepestcontrol.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pest_type"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/aptivepestcontrol.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/taxonomies\/pest_type"}],"wp:post_type":[{"href":"https:\/\/aptivepestcontrol.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pests_library?pest_type=3527"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}