Jazzy Cicada Buzz

Eleanor Hawking

Maison d'édition: Publifye

Synopsis

"Jazzy Cicada Buzz" offers a fascinating exploration of one of nature's most remarkable insects, focusing on their extraordinary acoustic abilities and precisely timed life cycles. The book skillfully weaves together cutting-edge research on cicada biology, from their ability to produce thunderous sounds reaching 120 decibels to their mathematically intriguing prime-numbered emergence patterns of 13 and 17 years.

 
Through clear, accessible language, readers discover how specialized body structures like tymbals and resonance chambers enable these insects to create their distinctive chorus. The book progresses logically through three main sections, examining acoustic biology, population dynamics, and ecological impact. It combines traditional research methods with modern technology, including thermal imaging and GPS mapping, to reveal new insights about cicada behavior and distribution.

 
Of particular interest is the exploration of how these insects serve as environmental indicators, with their emergence patterns providing valuable data about climate change and ecosystem health. What sets this work apart is its interdisciplinary approach, connecting cicada research to mathematics, climate science, and engineering.

 
The book successfully bridges the gap between academic research and public interest, incorporating citizen science initiatives and smartphone-based monitoring protocols. Whether examining well-known North American species or lesser-studied tropical varieties, the text maintains a balanced perspective while highlighting the crucial role these fascinating insects play in our understanding of biological timing and acoustic communication in nature.

Disponible depuis: 11/01/2025.

Longueur d'impression: 103 pages.

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