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Spittlebug of Froghopper

Photo by IvanPancic
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Field Notes

Habitat:

Spittlebug nymph in its protective foam.

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (9)
KarenSaxton
Maria, just gently remove the froth and you can see the hopper within :)
CindyBinghamKeiser
I like the pattern on this one! Please consider adding to the global mission, The Hoppers: http://www.projectnoah.org/missions/8096480
Maria dB
I so often see the spittle and not the bug - marvelous that you got both. Very nice spotting!
KarenSaxton
Spittlebug or froghopper, not cicada Both nymphs are shown on this page http://www.bumblebee.org/invertebrates/Hemiptera2.htm

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PublishedMay 21, 2014

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