How to Catch A Cicada Shell In Animal Crossing: New Horizons

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The summer is a busy time for bugs in Animal Crossing: New Horizons, and more than 20 new species have just arrived in the Northern Hemisphere. One of these new ACNH bugs, though it is actually not quite a bug at all, is the Cicada Shell.

This guide contains all of the details that players will need to catch this species for themselves and get the most out of them.

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Updated February 7, 2022 by Stephen LaGioia: It's February, which means that, along with the bitter cold in much of the world, the large, noisy Cicadas have populated AC: New Horizons — in the Southern Hemisphere anyway — leaving collectible shells in their wake. The winter season has also brought with it a robust 2.0 update and the uniquely charming DLC, Happy Home Paradise. These factors have contributed to the thriving virtual ecosystem that is New Horizons.

With the game's continuing momentum and the unique nature of the insect shells in question, it seemed like a good time to refresh and flesh out this list. Keep in mind that this guide will mostly focus on how to catch a Cicada Shell, rather than the live Cicada breeds available in NH.

Animal Crossing: New Horizons' Cicada Shells appear in the Northern Hemisphere in the months of July and August and in theSouthern Hemisphere in January and February. During these months, Cicada Shells will spawnall day long. To catch one, players simply need to run around their islands while paying special attention to the trunks of trees; the only places where these bugs can be found.

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These shells can technically be found at any time of day. However, some players suggest that Cicada Shells can be found more easily