Awakening Of Insects — 2025 insights
Awakening Of Insects惊蛰
Awakening of Insects is the third spring term. Warmer winds and early storms stir the soil, and crops respond quickly after months of rest.
Key dates
Gregorian date: 2025-03-05
Lunar date: Second lunar month, 6th day, 乙巳 year
Arrives around March 5 to 6
Seasonal origin
Thunder shakes hibernating insects awake, showing spring has truly begun.
Seasonal verse
A single clap of spring thunder startles myriad creatures. The plains turn green overnight; farmers sense the ploughing season has arrived.
Customs
In many provinces people "beat the spring tiger"—tapping paper tigers to ward off pests. It's also common to tidy kitchens and storage areas to keep insects at bay.
Seasonal food
Villages in southern China sauté seasonal greens with eggs or tofu. Sweet, sticky rice cakes shaped like tigers symbolise protection from pests.
Guidance
Support digestion and immunity: choose lightly spiced foods, avoid overeating rich dishes, and incorporate short outdoor walks to balance rising yang energy.