The two-lined spittlebug is an increasingly common pest of Georgia turf grasses. It will feed on all turfgrasses, but it hits centipede turf especially hard. Both adults and nymphs feed on the plants by inserting their needle-like beaks into the stem and sucking out the juices.
What do spittle bugs eat?
Quick facts
- They feed on a variety of plants like, ornamental grasses, roses, chrysanthemums, clover, strawberries, herbs and many other garden plants.
- Spittlebug nymphs pierce the plant stems and suck plant juices.
- In most cases, especially on annuals and perennials, spittlebug feeding is not damaging to plants.
How long do two-lined Spittlebugs live?
How long does a two-lined spittlebug live? Adult spittlebugs live for 42 days under optimal temperatures of 72 F - 95 F (22.23-35 C). These insects have the shortest life cycle, with an ambitious life cycle from eggs to nymphs being 50 days as their survival depends on the climatic condition and favorable environment.
