Aphrophorinae (subfamily) (Unidentified spittlebug)


HEMIPTERA (order): Cercopoidea (superfamily): Cercopidae (family): Aphrophorinae (subfamily)

Immature Cercopidae excrete a frothy substance ('spittle') and live within it, presumably for protection against predators and parasites. Adults live freely, being able to jump and fly.

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