Alder Spittlebug vs Creeping Water Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Alder Spittlebug | Creeping Water Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aphrophora alni | Ilyocoris cimicoides |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Aphrophoridae | Naucoridae |
| Size | 8-10 mm | 12-16 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Ponds & Lakes |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Europe, Asia | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Alder Spittlebug
A common European spittlebug found on willows and alders. Nymphs produce copious frothy spittle masses and adults can jump impressive distances.
Did You Know?
The frothy spittle mass protects the nymph from temperature extremes, predators, and parasitoids while also preventing desiccation.
Creeping Water Bug
A robust aquatic bug that crawls along pond bottoms and delivers a painful bite.
Did You Know?
Its forelegs are powerfully built raptorial limbs for seizing prey.