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Dog-day Cicadas Abundant in My Arkansas Yard This Summer

September 5, 2025September 2, 2025 by Steve Creek

Close-up view of a Dog-day Cicada on wood, highlighting its eyes, legs, and green markings.

An abundance of Dog-day Cicadas filled my yard this summer. Discover their song, life cycle, and role in Arkansas ecosystems.

Katydid On Old T-post

August 15, 2024September 2, 2020 by Steve Creek

Discover the fascinating world of Katydids—nature’s summer songsters with long antennae and unique camouflage. Learn about their role in the ecosystem.