Brood XIV

This year has seen the reemergence of the Brood XIV of Cicada, and for the last few weeks, these guys have been coming up from the ground in the thousands every night and shedding their shells and then flying off. 

The last time this particular brood emerged was in 2008, but as chaotic as that was, it wasn't anything like it was this year! Their song is much, much louder, and the swarms have actually made it to my house this time.