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Goldenrod Gall Fly Gall

Eurosta solidaginis

Habitat:

The Goldenrod host plant was growing in our vegetable garden.

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1 Comment

John B.
John B. 10 months ago

Great spotting Tom,
I find these galls just amazing, but I really don't understand what is going on. When two different species of insect cooperate in some way, it is usually possible to see some benefit to both creatures, but plants and insects cooperating! It's way over my head.

tomk3886
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tomk3886

Tallahassee, Florida, United States

Spotted on May 10, 2023
Submitted on Jun 29, 2023

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