What is another word for meadow spittlebug?
Pronunciation: [mˈɛdə͡ʊ spˈɪtə͡lbˌʌɡ] (IPA) 
The Meadow Spittlebug, also known as Philaenus spumarius, is a common insect found in meadows and grasslands around the world. Although it has a unique name, there are several synonyms for this bug, including froghopper, spit bug, foam bug, and cuckoo-spit insect. Froghopper is a popular name due to its ability to jump high, while the other synonyms refer to its habits of producing white foam around its body for protection. Cuckoo-spit insect is a term used because the bug larvae escapes from its frothy home in a similar way to cuckoos. Regardless of the name, the Meadow Spittlebug is a fascinating and important insect to the ecological health of meadow ecosystems.
