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Gall
33.1659, -117.045
Field Notes
Description:
These galls are now empty. You can see where the insect left the galls toward the outsides of the leaves.
Habitat:
Cleveland Sage along trail near Dixon Lake.
Notes:
Galls may protect the insect from predators. "Galls act as both the habitat and food source for the maker of the gall." The larvae in galls are useful for a survival food and fishing bait. Galls are rich in resins and tannic acid and have been used in the manufacture of permanent inks (such as iron gall ink) and astringent ointments, in dyeing, and in tanning." - Wikipedia
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedFebruary 2, 2012
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