Magicicada is a genus of cicada unique to the US, characterized by underground juvenile development cycles lasting either 13 or 17 years, and synchronized emergence of adult cicadas in broods. However, scientists warn that 17-year broods may disappear, not because of predation, but simply because a more abundant food source caused by warming temperatures may allow the cicadas to develop faster, slowly shifting the broods to an earlier cycle. Read full article here
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The First Solar-Powered Car Comes at a Hot Price
The Lightyear O is a revolutionary electric car powered by the sun. Developed by a Dutch startup, the four-door sedan has over 50 square feet of solar panels on its roof and hood, generating up to 43 miles of energy a day. With production now underway in Finland, the car does come with a hefty price tag at $262,000, but the company hopes to introduce a more affordable version, the Lightyear 2, by 2025. Read full article here