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Pine Spittlebug

Aphrophora cribrata

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A large spittlebug that feeds on pine and other conifers, producing masses of froth on branches. Heavy infestations can cause branch dieback in young pine plantations.

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Did You Know?

A single nymph can produce several milliliters of spittle per hour by pumping air into excreted xylem fluid.