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Periodical Cicada.
Periodical Cicada - as a noun
North american cicada; appears in great numbers at infrequent intervals because the nymphs take 13 to 17 years to mature
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
magicicada septendecimseventeen-year locustExample Sentences
"The periodical cicada has a unique life cycle."
"I saw a swarm of periodical cicadas in the park."
"The periodical cicada is known for its loud mating call."
"The periodical cicada is native to North America."
"I found the molted exoskeleton of a periodical cicada."
