Billions of Cicadas to Emerge in Spectacular Once-in-a-Lifetime Event

15 Years Since Last Confirmed Sighting

The species Cicadetta montana, known for its distinctive buzzing sound, had not been confirmed to exist in Britain for over 15 years. However, experts believe that billions of these insects are now on the cusp of emerging, creating what is being described as a once-in-a-lifetime spectacle.

Billions to Emerge

While cicadas are present in Britain every year, their populations are typically small and localized. However, this year's emergence is expected to be on an altogether different scale, with billions of cicadas set to create a cacophony of sound across the country.