“Insect that emerges en masse every 13 or 17 years” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.CICADA is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Insect that emerges en masse every 13 or 17 years”. It was last seen in the puzzle of December 23, 2025, where it runs at 21 Down and fills 6 squares. It crosses 6 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.