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The froghoppers are a group of Homopteran insects, in the Aphrophoridae, Cercopidae, Cixiidae, Delphacidae, Dictyopharidae, Issidae, Tettigometridae and other related families. They are best known for the larval stage, which produces a protective cover of frothed-up plant sap resembling spit; the larvae are often known as spittlebugs or cuckoo spit. There are many species, a few being serious agricultural pests. The insects pierce plants and suck sap causing more or less damage.
Larval form of spittlebug
encased for protection and moistening.
Two-lined spittlebug
Prosapia bicencta
Philaenus spumarius (common froghopper) - spit
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