Common Froghopper vs Leaf-Rolling Rose Sawfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Common Froghopper | Leaf-Rolling Rose Sawfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Philaenus spumarius form typicus | Blennocampa phyllocolpa |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hymenoptera |
| Family | Aphrophoridae | Tenthredinidae |
| Size | 5-7mm | 3-5 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Underground |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe, North America | Europe, introduced to North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Common Froghopper
The classic form of the common froghopper with mottled brown coloring. Creates the familiar cuckoo-spit on plants.
Did You Know?
The white frothy cuckoo-spit on plants is produced by nymphs blowing air into a sticky fluid excreted from their rear end.
Leaf-Rolling Rose Sawfly
A tiny black sawfly that causes rose leaflets to roll downward into tight cylinders. The larva feeds inside the rolled leaf shelter.
Did You Know?
The female injects a chemical into the leaf margin during egg-laying that causes the leaf to roll tightly, creating a protective tube for the developing larva.