Hypochaeris
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Phanacis hypochoeridis
Catsear Gall Wasp
Phanacis hypochoeridis is a gall wasp in the family Cynipidae. It induces galls on plants in the Asteraceae family, specifically on catsear (Hypochaeris radicata) and related species. The species is native to Europe and has been introduced to other regions including Oceania. As a gall-former, it manipulates host plant tissue to create a protective structure for its developing larvae.