Amphibolips femoratus
(Ashmead, 1887)
A of gall wasp in the Cynipidae, originally described by Ashmead in 1887 as Andricus femoratus before transfer to Amphibolips. Like other members of this , it induces galls on oaks (Quercus spp.). The species is documented from limited observations, with most records from North America.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Amphibolips femoratus: //æmˌfɪbəˈlɪps fɛmɔˈreɪtəs//
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Habitat
Associated with oak-dominated , as the Amphibolips is characterized by gall induction on oaks (Quercus spp.). Specific oak for A. femoratus have not been definitively established in available sources.
Distribution
North America; specific range details are sparse in available literature. The has been recorded in the United States based on limited observation data.
Host Associations
- Quercus - gall induction-level association inferred from genus Amphibolips ; specific oak unconfirmed for A. femoratus
Ecological Role
Induces galls on oaks, providing microhabitats for other organisms and potentially influencing oak growth patterns. The galls serve as protective structures for the developing larvae.
Similar Taxa
- Other Amphibolips speciesAll members of this induce galls on oaks and share similar ; -level identification requires examination of gall and characteristics
- Andricus speciesOriginally described in Andricus; both are oak gall wasps with overlapping morphological features and ecological roles