Feron caepula
(Weld, 1926)
Feron caepula is a of gall wasp in the Cynipidae, described by Weld in 1926. Like other members of the Feron, it is associated with oak trees (Quercus spp.) and induces the formation of galls on plant tissues. The species has been documented through limited observations, with 39 records on iNaturalist. As with many cynipid , detailed biological information remains sparse.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Feron caepula: /fəˈroʊn ˈsiːpjʊlə/
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Habitat
Associated with oak-dominated environments, as inferred from -level associations with Quercus . Specific microhabitat preferences are undocumented.
Distribution
Distribution data are limited; 39 observations recorded on iNaturalist suggest presence in regions where oak occur, but precise range boundaries are unknown.
Host Associations
- Quercus - -level association inferred from Feron; specific for F. caepula unconfirmed
Ecological Role
As a gall inducer, contributes to plant-insect interactions and provides microhabitats for and within oak .