Pine Spittlebug (Noun)
Meaning
North American insect that attacks pines.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The pine spittlebug is a North American insect known to attack pine trees, notably the loblolly and shortleaf species.
- In recent years, the eastern United States experienced an increase in pine spittlebug infestations, mainly affecting young pine plantations.
- Gardeners and foresters have reported significant damage to pine trees due to outbreaks of the pine spittlebug in their regions.
- The pine spittlebug excretes a white, frothy substance while feeding on pine sap, resulting in an increased risk of disease transmission to the tree.
- Research on pine trees attacked by the pine spittlebug suggests that tree mortality can be high if left unchecked and unmanaged.