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Posted by thumbtack (My Page) on

Sun, Jun 22, 08 at 14:06

They are appearing in the dozens on my clematis, but I've also found them on a climbing rose, a wisteria and on a hydrangea. They move in unison, away from your finger, if you try to touch them, they 'pop' off the vine when they are cornered. There are many tiny ants nearby as well. Any idea what they are?

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Posted by flatwoods_farm (My Page) on
Mon, Jun 23, 08 at 16:13

Immature planthopper. They feed on the plants they are found on. They are related to cicadas and leafhoppers. Paul.

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Posted by thumbtack (My Page) on
Wed, Jun 25, 08 at 12:28

Thanks for the information, Paul.

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