Insect that emerges en masse every 13 or 17 years Crossword Clue
6 letters · New York Times · Tuesday, December 23, 2025 · 21-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Tuesday, December 23, 2025.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · December 23, 2025 · 21-Down · 6 letters
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stout-bodied insect with large membranous wings; male has drum-like organs for producing a high-pitched drone
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