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Philaenus spumarius
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Philaenus spumarius
Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin, USA
July 4, 2008
Size: Less than 5mm
So many interesting things on this bug. Looks like it has a radiator grill on the front....and what is that along the side (like an extra set of smaller eyes and smaller legs -- is there another bug hiding on it, or just part of the bug? )
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Contributed by Wisconsin Oecanthinancy on 4 July, 2008 - 10:39pm
Last updated 25 August, 2008 - 11:24pm

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… Eric R. Eaton, 25 August, 2008 - 11:24pm login or register to post comments

spittlebug Philaenus spumarius
the radiator thing is the reinforced casing of the muscular pump used to suck the sap, which he does a lot. the compound eye is right behind the 'hood' looking at us, and all the rest is his numerous sturdy knees, shind, & feet
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