Rose leafhopper

Edwardsiana rosae

Rose leafhoppers do not overwinter in apple trees; instead they overwinter on plants of the rose family such as blackberries. In spring, the first generation develops on the overwintering host; adults then migrate to other hosts, including apples. The second generation and apparently a third generation may be spent on apples. This species often reaches great abundance near to or after apple harvest.

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