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Magicicada septendecim
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Translingual
Etymology
Binomial species name coined from Magicicada genus (a genus of North American periodical cicadas) + Latin septendecim (“seventeen”), referring to the insect’s characteristic 17-year emergence cycle.
Proper noun
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A species of en periodical cicada in the genus Magicicada genus, known for its en septendecennial emergence pattern in eastern North America. Its synchronized life cycle results in mass emergences once every en seventeen years, often covering vast regions with billions of individuals.
Synonyms
en seventeen-year cicada common name
en periodical cicada umbrella term
See also
Magicicada septendecim (Wikipedia)
Periodical cicadas (Wikipedia overview of the genus)
Brood XIII, Brood XIX (specific broods associated with the species)