What is another word for aphrophora?
Pronunciation: [ˈafɹəfˌɔːɹə] (IPA) 
Aphrophora is a genus of insects that belong to the family Aphrophoridae. These insects are commonly known as the spittlebugs due to their ability to produce a frothy substance around their bodies as a defense mechanism against predators. Synonyms for the word aphrophora include cuckoo spit, frog spit, and spittle insect. The name cuckoo spit comes from the belief that cuckoo birds were responsible for the spittle, while frog spit arises from the similarity of the frothy substance to the foam produced by frogs' mating habits. Spittle insect refers to the insect's ability to produce the frothy substance to protect itself from predators.
