Pine Spittlebug vs Beet Armyworm
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Pine Spittlebug | Beet Armyworm |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aphrophora cribrata | Spodoptera exigua |
| Order | Hemiptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Aphrophoridae | Noctuidae |
| Size | 9-12 mm | 25-30 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Farmland | Farmland |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | North America | Worldwide warm regions |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
Pine Spittlebug
A large spittlebug that feeds on pine and other conifers, producing masses of froth on branches. Heavy infestations can cause branch dieback in young pine plantations.
Did You Know?
A single nymph can produce several milliliters of spittle per hour by pumping air into excreted xylem fluid.
Beet Armyworm
A small grayish-brown moth whose green caterpillars attack a wide range of vegetable and field crops. Larvae often skeletonize leaves before moving to fruits and growing points.
Did You Know?
Young larvae spin fine silk threads that allow them to balloon on the wind to new host plants.