Neuroterus distortus (sexgen)
The inducer of this gall is unknown or undescribed.
Family: Cynipidae | Genus: Neuroterus
Hosts: Quercus bicolor / Quercus montana
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Location: bud, petiole, leaf midrib, on leaf veins, stem
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Neuroterus vernus var. distortus
Our ID Notes may contain important tips necessary for distinguishing this gall from similar galls and/or important information about the taxonomic status of this gall inducer.
The Gall Wasp Genus Neuroterus
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Neuroterus vernus variety distortus bisexual form
GALL. — A slight swelling of the bud or young leaf, petiole or vein; on Quercus bicolor.
RANGE. — Connecticut: Waterbury (?). New York, New Jersey (Beutenmuller). Probably confined to a more northeastern part of the United States.
This insect is closely related to variety tectus, but is apparently due to isolation upon the distinct host. Like tectus, this is a bisexual form, starting growth with the unfolding of the buds and maturing in May or June.
”- Alfred Kinsey: (1923) The Gall Wasp Genus Neuroterus©
Reference: https://www.biodiversitylibrary.org/page/53512324#page/317/mode/1up
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