Illinois Cicada Brood Map 2024. Characteristics include male cicadas singing during the day to attract females. This spring, two broods of cicadas will emerge in the midwest and the southeast, in their first dual appearance since 1803.
In central illinois, we will experience the emergence of brood xix, also known as the great southern brood, which appears. Explore the map to see what preserves are near you and which brood you’ll be able to hear by visiting.