Have you ever heard the loud buzz of cicadas on a warm summer day? These fascinating insects may seem a bit noisy, but they are also pretty cool! Let’s learn some fun cicada facts for kids with our free printables.
There are many interesting facts about cicadas! Click the button to download and print the cicadas fun facts sheets now:
Fun facts about Cicadas
10 Fun facts about cicadas
Today we’re not only going to learn some amazing facts about these bugs, but we’ll also get to color along as we discover their wonders. So, grab your crayons and get ready to dive into the world of cicadas with our fun and free printable set!
FUN CICADA FACTS TO SHARE WITH YOUR FRIENDS
- Cicadas spend most of their lives underground, emerging only once every few years to mate and lay eggs.
- Male cicadas produce loud buzzing sounds by vibrating special organs called tymbals to attract mates.
- Cicadas do not bite or sting humans and are harmless creatures.
- Some species of cicadas have lifecycles that can last up to 17 years, making them one of the longest-living insects.
- Cicadas are excellent pollinators, helping to fertilize plants as they feed on their sap.
MORE CICADA FUN FACTS
- Cicadas have large, transparent wings that allow them to fly quickly and efficiently.
- Cicadas live on all continents except for Antarctica!
- There are over 3,000 species of cicadas worldwide.
- Cicadas play a crucial role in ecosystems by providing food for birds, mammals, and other animals.
- The loud chorus of cicadas heard during their mating season is often referred to as a “cicada orchestra.”
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This fun facts sheet is sized for standard letter printer paper dimensions – 8.5 x 11 inches.
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Did you enjoy these cicada facts? What was your favorite fact? Mine was #8!
