Gall wasps
- Pronunciation
- /gawl wasps/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Gall wasp
- Plural
- Gall wasps
Definition
Insects belonging to the family Cynipidae, known for producing galls on plants, primarily oaks.
Etymology
From 'gall' and 'wasp', referring to their habit of creating galls on plants.
Example
The oak gall wasp (Andricus quercus) creates intricate galls on oak trees.