Neuroterus quercusmajalis
Neuroterus quercusmajalis is a of gall wasp in the Cynipidae that induces galls on oak leaves. As a member of the Neuroterus, it is part of a diverse group of cynipid specialized on oaks. The species was described by Beutenmüller in 1909. Like other Neuroterus species, it exhibits complex involving both sexual and that produce different gall types on oak tissues.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Neuroterus quercusmajalis: //ˌnʊəroʊˈtɪərəs ˌkwɜːrkəsmaɪˈeɪlɪs//
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Host Associations
- Quercus - gall inducerOaks are the plants for gall formation
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Taxonomic authority
First described by William Beutenmüller in 1909. The name 'quercusmajalis' combines 'quercus' (oak) with 'majalis' (of May), likely referencing the spring or gall formation timing.