Spittlebug (nymph)

Description:

The "spittle" is derived from a fluid voided from the anus and from a mucilaginous substance excreted by epidermal glands. Spittlebug nymphs wander away from their spittle masses, and either start new ones, or enter those of other nymphs. Aphrophora nymphs hold the record, of one spittle mass over a foot long containing about 100 individuals! After the nymph molts for the final time, the resulting adult insect leaves the mass of "spittle" and moves about actively. (information from BugGuide)

Habitat:

Mixed woodland/prairie

Notes:

This is spotting #900. Oh, and I put the nymph back in its spittle mass after taking photos. :-)