June-emergence

Guides

• Synanthedon decipiens

  oakgall clearwing, oak gall borer, Oak Gall Borer Moth

  Synanthedon decipiens is a clearwing moth in the family Sesiidae, found in eastern North America. The species develops as a borer within woody oak galls formed by cynipid wasps. Adults are active primarily in June, with a possible second generation in September in some regions. The moth exhibits effective wasp mimicry, with a slender body, narrow transparent wings, and yellow abdominal banding.

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