Category: Eastern Scissor Grinder

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An "Annual Cicada" (Neotibicen) dries its wings after emerging from its exuvia.
The Eastern Scissor Grinder (Neotibicen winnemanna), a species of “Annual Cicada” or “Dog-day Cicada”, dries its wings after emerging from its exoskeleton (exuvia).  After two to five years of subterranean life as a nymph, this adult will soon be ready to fly into the treetops in search of a mate.  There is a sense of urgency.  Summer’s end will bring its life to an end as well.
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