Dung beetles might be the king of No. 2, but cicadas are queens of pee.

These insects, which are about to swarm parts of the country, are the strongest urinators in the entire animal kingdom. The upcoming emergence of periodical cicadas in parts of the United States is not just another insect invasion, it's a spectacle of the bizarre. These insects are notable for their exceptional urination abilities, boasting flows that outdo humans and elephants. They sustain themselves for over a decade underground by extracting moisture from tree roots via pumps in their heads. Additionally, they have an unexpected role as caterpillar rescuers. However, they are currently facing a grim threat: a sexually transmitted disease that turns them into zombies.

Read More: Cicadas are nature’s weirdos. They pee stronger than us and an STD can turn them into zombies

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