Cicadas (locust wannabies) are totally harmless, just a nuisance and get prepared for lots of loose stools and up-chuck from the dogs and cats that eat them like fritos. Ducks have been known to eat so many that they get so stuffed they can hardly even waddle anymore really. Their wings are beautiful however and I've often wanted to figure out how to make jewelry out them - again - really! Their red eyes are the spookiest part though. Look like some creatures from outer space, only in this case it's creatures from under the earth. My biggest concern this year is whether or not to try a garden. They don't eat the plants like locusts but cling to just about anything and that doesn't bode well with fragile seedlings This year I will try these recipes and let you know. Can't beat 'em join 'em eat 'em.