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Treehopper (Publilia concava) being farmed by 19 Ants (Crematogaster cerasi) There was one adult treehopper, in addition to some nymphs, that were being herded by 19 ants (Crematogaster cerasi, I think). They had a perimeter of debris surrounding them -- I&#039;m not sure if that was purposeful or just a happy coincidence.<br /> <br /> Habitat: Garden Geotagged,Publilia,Publilia concava,Summer,United States,ant farming,ant herding,ants,crematogaster,crematogaster cerasi,membracidae,nymph,treehopper Click/tap to enlarge Promoted

Treehopper (Publilia concava) being farmed by 19 Ants (Crematogaster cerasi)

There was one adult treehopper, in addition to some nymphs, that were being herded by 19 ants (Crematogaster cerasi, I think). They had a perimeter of debris surrounding them -- I'm not sure if that was purposeful or just a happy coincidence.

Habitat: Garden

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The Aster Treehopper

Publilia concava (Say) treehoppers belong to Membracidae family.

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Similar species: True Bugs
Species identified by Christine Young
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By Christine Young

Attribution Non-Commercial
Uploaded Jan 4, 2024. Captured Jul 31, 2022 08:25 in 5 Judson Ave, Woodbury, CT 06798, USA.
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  • Canon EOS 90D
  • f/4.0
  • 1/99s
  • ISO800
  • 100mm
Captured in the summer. More summer photos.