CATDOLL : CATDOLL: Where is the golden cicada suitable for survival? (Where is the golden cicada suitable for survival?)

1. Is it better to raise cicadas in high or low terrain?

As long as we don't let the cicada breeding forest land be in a state of waterlogging for a long time, it will be fine. The main thing is to choose the forest land in the early stage and build drainage ditches in the later stage.

1. Selection of terrain for cicada breeding forest

When choosing a forest land for breeding cicadas, we must first choose a place with flat terrain. We cannot choose a low-lying or overlying area as a breeding site.

Water easily accumulates in low-lying areas, while it is difficult to effectively irrigate forest land with steep slopes when encountering drought. Therefore, when harvesting mature nymphs of golden cicadas in the later stage, flat forest land often yields more and better quality than forest land with steep slopes and low-lying areas.

2. Construction of drainage ditches

The drainage ditch of the cicada breeding forest does not need to be too complicated, as long as it can ensure that all the accumulated water in the forest can be drained within 1 day.

When the forest drains naturally, some water will seep into the soil, which will naturally moisten the soil. Although the accumulated water will seep into the "house" of the cicada, there will be no problem as long as it does not soak for more than one day.

The most common problem in cicada breeding is during the forest management stage, because at this stage, it is difficult for us to observe them, unless we dig the cicadas underground to check, but it is easy to hurt or scare the cicadas underground.

2. Can cicadas be raised in peony fields?

Yes, because the peony has a well-developed root system.

Whether the root system of the tree species is well developed has a great impact on the breeding of cicadas. Among the tree species suitable for the growth of cicadas, poplar, willow, ash, elm, apple, pear, etc., their root systems are relatively well developed, so they are more suitable for breeding cicadas.

3. How about raising cicadas in a pear orchard?

Can.

Golden cicadas prefer healthy tree species with well-developed root systems, lush growth, and more juice. Selecting tree species based on the cicadas' preferences is a key link in improving the efficiency and yield of golden cicada breeding. For example, poplar, elm, willow, tung trees, or various fruit trees in the orchard are all tree species that golden cicadas like to eat. In addition, dwarf shrubs such as honeysuckle and green wax are also crops that golden cicadas like to eat. Golden cicadas cannot be bred under pine, bitter lily and other trees. With these characteristics, pear trees are rich in juice and have well-developed root systems, which are suitable for golden cicadas to hide and grow. Pear trees can also provide the juice that golden cicadas love to eat. Therefore, pear orchards are suitable for golden cicada breeding, and the orchard can be comprehensively utilized to improve the economic benefits of the orchard.

4. Where can cicada monkeys be raised?

There are relatively many plant species suitable for breeding cicadas, especially poplars, locust trees and other artificial forest trees that are more concentrated in the north. They can be used to breed cicadas, and are also the main tree species for breeding cicadas. Of course, there are also lindens, willows, elms, etc. If the bark has a high water content, it is better, because the bark of trees with a high water content has more water in the root system and better vitality.

In the north, the main breeding ground for cicadas is trees, while in most parts of the south, bamboo forests are a better choice because bamboo forests have more developed root systems than trees. Although they are not as thick as tree roots, they are more numerous, and bamboo is very common in the south and easier to grow. Of course, a large number of shrubs in the forest can also be used to breed cicadas, including some crops with water-rich root systems.

5. Where are the places for artificial breeding of cicadas?

The first step in artificially breeding cicadas is to choose a breeding site. It is very important to choose a good breeding site. Generally, it is required to choose an orchard with high terrain, good drainage, sunny and frost-proof, soft and fertile soil, and no pollution as the breeding site. The fruit trees in the breeding farm should be healthy tree species with developed root systems, lush growth, and more juice. It is best to choose dwarf fruit trees such as peach trees, pear trees, and apple trees. Others such as ash, elm, and poplar are also good host trees for cicadas. The breeding farm cannot be too dry, the soil moisture content cannot be too high, and water accumulation cannot occur. This is mainly to ensure the normal growth and development of the host plant root system, the tender and juicy branches and leaves, and the nutrition necessary for the growth of cicadas at any time. In addition, it is best to intercrop some rhizomes in the breeding farm, such as peanuts, sweet potatoes, yams, etc. These rhizomes can provide a better shading condition for cicadas. After the cicada's egg branches are buried underground, no special human management is required. Just pay attention to drought and waterlogging prevention to promote the lush growth of host trees, provide sufficient nutrition sources for the cicada larvae, enable the nymphs to grow strong, increase individuals and increase production.

Cicada eggs begin to grow after being buried in the soil. In the first year, they weigh only about 1 gram, and their entire body and eyes are milky white. This period is the period of small larvae. In the second year, they grow to about 3 grams. Before emerging from the soil, their entire body pigments deepen and their eyes are pink. They are called nymphs. When nymphs grow to a weight of about 4.5-5 grams, they become mature nymphs. At this time, their bodies are brown and their eyes are dark gray. Mature nymphs emerge from the soil in mid-June to early August of the second year. It only takes about 2 years for artificially cultivated cicadas to grow from cicada eggs buried in the soil to mature nymphs emerging from the ground.

The underground growth stage of cicadas is in a natural wild state, and the whole process does not require special artificial management. In the spring, summer and autumn seasons, the underground temperature is suitable for the growth of cicadas. Before the cold winter comes, it is best to evenly cover the breeding area with some wheat straw to maintain a suitable ground temperature, which is conducive to the cicadas to survive the cold winter.

6. What kind of environment do cicadas like to live in?

The trees that cicadas like to inhabit vary depending on the species and growth period of the cicada, but most cicadas like trees with smooth bark, juicy trunks, and many young branches, such as sycamore trees. Cicadas are common animals of the family Cicadidae, commonly known as cicadas, living in temperate to tropical regions of the world (more than 2,000 species of cicadas have been recorded). Some species distributed in desert areas will discharge excess water from their backs when their body temperature is overheated, thereby achieving the effect of cooling and heat dissipation.

7. Where does the golden cicada live?

The living environment is quite diverse, such as distributed in temperate and tropical regions, living in deserts, grasslands and forests. In addition to the species of the genus Cicada, which appears in midsummer every year, there are also periodical cicadas.

The most famous periodic cicadas are the seventeen-year cicada and the thirteen-year cicada, also known as prime cicadas. Because their life cycle is a prime number, they do not encounter the natural enemies that the previous generation encountered. Periodic cicadas have a large outbreak in a certain area at a certain time. At that time, dozens to hundreds of black-brown cicada larvae emerge from the soil together to emerge, which is very spectacular. Some species are easier to identify from their calls, behavior and morphology.

Characteristics of Cicada:

1. Cicada larvae live in the soil and have a pair of strong digging forelegs. They use their piercing-sucking mouthparts to suck the sap from the roots of plants, weakening the tree, causing the branches to die and affecting the growth of the tree. They usually stay in the soil for several years or even more than ten years, such as 3 years, 5 years, and 17 years. These numbers have one thing in common: they are all prime numbers.

2. When the cicada is about to molt, it will emerge from the soil at dusk or at night, climb onto a tree, and then grasp the bark and shed its skin to molt. When a black crack appears on the back of the cicada pupa, the molting process begins. The head comes out first, followed by the green body and wrinkled wings. It stays for a while to harden the wings and darken their color, and then it begins to take off.

The whole process takes about an hour. At the end of June, the larvae begin to emerge into adults. The newly emerged cicadas are green and have a maximum lifespan of about 60 to 70 days. In late July, female adults begin to lay eggs. The peak egg-laying period is in early and mid-August. Most of the eggs are laid on branches that are 4 to 5 mm thick. In summer, they make loud calls on the trees and use their needle-piercing mouthparts to suck sap from the trees. The larvae live in the soil and suck sap from the roots of the trees, which is harmful to the trees.

3. The molting of cicadas is controlled by a hormone. The front legs of the cicada pupa are hooked, so that when the adult emerges from the empty shell, it can hang firmly on the tree. It is very important that the cicada pupa must face the tree vertically. This is for the normal development of the adult's two wings, otherwise the wings will develop deformed.

4. Whenever a cicada is thirsty or hungry, it will insert its hard mouthparts into the tree trunk and suck the juice all day long, absorbing a large amount of nutrients and water into its body to prolong its life. Cicadas grow in the soil before they mature, and then slowly dig holes and climb on the tree trunks. If you find a hole with mud in it, there must be a young cicada. Cicadas shed their shells at night while lying on the tree trunks, and after shedding their shells, they have wings.

8. What kind of environment do cicada monkeys like?

The cicada monkey is the golden cicada, and its living environment is quite diverse. For example, it is distributed in temperate and tropical regions, and lives in deserts, grasslands and forests.

Choosing forest land is the most important thing for breeding cicadas. Sandy land is the most suitable for breeding cicadas. Do not choose low-lying forest land for breeding cicadas, as there will be waterlogging when it rains heavily. Herbicides cannot be used in forest land. The best time to plant cicadas is in late June and mid-July. The planted little cicadas will slowly drill down after the weather turns cooler after the beginning of autumn, and it will take a long three years underground before they can emerge from the ground.