Aphrophora
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Aphrophora
Aphrophora
Aphrophora are tiny insects that love to hop around in gardens and fields. They are known for their bubbly foam homes that protect them while they grow.
Habitat: Grasslands
Appearance
The Aphrophora is a small, wedge-shaped insect, typically brown, grey, or mottled green. It has large, dark eyes on the sides of its head and translucent wings often held tent-like over its back. Its stout hind legs are noticeable for jumping.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumArthropodaClassInsectaOrderHemipteraFamilyAphrophoridaeGenusAphrophora
Category
InsectsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
An adult Aphrophora can fly, but usually prefers to jump away from danger instead!
The foamy "spittle" created by young Aphrophora is actually mostly plant sap and air!
These small insects share a family with the loudest insects on Earth, the cicadas!
You might hear their bubbly homes called "cuckoo spit" by people in the countryside!
Special abilities
Ability
Super Jumper
Aphrophora can launch themselves great distances because of powerful hind legs that help them escape danger.
Ability
Spittle Shield
Nymphs produce a bubbly foam that helps them hide from predators and stay moist on plants.
Ability
Plant Drinker
Aphrophora has a piercing-sucking mouthpart that helps them drink sap from plants like a tiny straw.
Measurements & details
- Wingspan
- 10-14 mm
- Size
- 5-7 mm
- Lifespan
- 30-60 days
- Leg Count
- 6
Diet & Feeding
Aphrophora are plant-eaters that use a special mouthpart to drink sweet plant sap.
Primary Foods
- Willow sap
- Alder sap
- Oak sap
- Clover sap
- Grass sap
Foraging Method
- Foraging
Ecological connections
depends on
White Willow
Salix alba
feeds on its sap
depends on
Norway Spruce
Picea abies
adults and nymphs feed here
eaten by
Blue Jay
Cyanocitta cristata
eats adult spittlebugs
eaten by
Garden Orb-weaver
Araneus diadematus
traps them in its webs
Traits
Social
Social animals live in organized groups, cooperating for survival benefits such as foraging, defense, and raising offspring.
Grassland
Grassland habitats are terrestrial biomes dominated by grasses and herbaceous plants, supporting a variety of grazing animals.
Herbivorous
This trait characterizes organisms whose diet consists entirely or primarily of plant material.
Diurnal
Diurnal animals are primarily active during daylight hours, typically resting or sleeping at night.
Miniature
Pertaining to species that are significantly smaller than typical or average for their kind.
Pollinator
Describes organisms that transfer pollen, enabling the fertilization and reproduction of plants.
Also known as
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
It's best to watch insects from a distance and not touch them.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aphrophora's wingspan?
10-14 mm
How big is Aphrophora?
5-7 mm
How long does Aphrophora live?
30-60 days
What does Aphrophora eat?
Aphrophora are plant-eaters that use a special mouthpart to drink sweet plant sap.
Where is Aphrophora usually found?
Grasslands
How does Aphrophora hunt?
Foraging
How many legs does Aphrophora have?
6
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