While cicadas swarm this season — plus leave their hard exoskeletons behind — should you be worried about your pets possibly getting hold of them? Amanda Fredal, a Georgia-based licensed veterinary technician and director of live pet care at Pet Supplies Plus, confirmed to Fox News Digital that cicadas are generally not considered toxic to pets. "It's essential to monitor your pet for any symptoms of distress and consult your local veterinarian if you have concerns," the expert said. RARE ‘SIMULTANEOUS EXPLOSION’ OF CICADAS EXPECTED FOR FIRST TIME IN 221 YEARSThe vet added that a pet experiencing an "adverse reaction" to cicadas may seem lethargic, unusually tired or weak. If your pet ingests a cicada, regardless of allergies or signs of distress, Fredal encouraged pet owners to monitor the pet "closely" for unusual symptoms.

Source: Fox News June 01, 2024 16:10 UTC