The World Cup cicada emerges in India every four years

Mature cicadas are currently making their final journey towards the Umrong River, drawn by instinct to the fast-moving waters where they ultimately perish. Local elder Kewstar Majaw, 92, has witnessed these cycles for decades, noting the decline in cicada populations and forest health. As the cicadas disappear back underground, their future emergence remains uncertain, hinging on environmental conditions and preservation efforts.

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