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Acericesis ocellaris
These galls on the leaves are actually part of the plant, grown because of the insects. The midge larvae live inside the leaf for a week, forming these galls, and then drop to the ground to pupate. (Bug Guide)
Maple leaves in woods, near creek
Spotted on Apr 15, 2012
Submitted on Apr 16, 2012
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