Massive broods of cicadas this year could benefit Illinois turkeys
Published: , in Outdoor News
Two factors have wildlife biologists feeling optimistic heading into the spring turkey hunting season, but only one – results of DNR’s 2023 brood survey – was expected.
The unexpected factor involves the pending emergence of two separate broods of cicadas across Illinois. DNR Wild Turkey Program Manager Luke Garver recently filed a report summarizing the annual Wild Turkey Brood Survey that suggests three consecutive years of improving reproductive success.
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