How Do Cicadas Make Noise? (In Slow Motion) - Smarter Every Day 299

Destin explores cicadas and their sounds, collaborating with entomologist Phil Torres. Using high-speed cameras, they investigate how cicadas produce noise through their timbre and resonance chambers. The team captures cicadas in Alabama, analyzes their mating sounds, and discusses the mechanics behind their unique noise production, while promoting a wallet brand in the process.