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Aphrophora salicina
Willow spittlebug
Description
Spittlebug occurrence is striking by spittle, foam formations forming larvae in the places of sucking. In case of widespread occurrence, it seems “to be raining” under the attacked trees also during sunny weather. It is a liquid dripping from foam formations. In the formations live larvae that by their activity can weaken the trees and cause damage to osiers. Adult willow spittlebug is about 1 cm long insect belonging to cicadas.
Symptom
Spittlebug occurrence is striking by spittle, foam formations forming larvae in the places of sucking.
Tree Species: Poplar, Willow
Part of a plant- attacked: Leaf / Needle
Pest significance: Harmful
Pest Category: Insects
Invasive Species: No
Present in EU: Yes
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There are a total of 9 observations of the species in the system
Aphrophora salicina Willow spittlebug
Anonymous contributor
Number of votes: 0
Published: 18.5.2025
Aphrophora salicina Willow spittlebug
Vladimír Kanaš
Number of votes: 0
Published: 16.6.2024
Aphrophora salicina Willow spittlebug
Danci
Number of votes: 0
Published: 12.5.2024
Aphrophora salicina Willow spittlebug
Milan Zubrik
Number of votes: 0
Published: 10.5.2024
Aphrophora salicina Willow spittlebug
Tomáš
Number of votes: 0
Published: 25.5.2022
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