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Contarinia petioli
Aspen gall midge
Description
The greenish yellow to greenish red galls induced by this species are situated on leaf petiole, or leaf stem. Gall is created as a result of feeding of the larva. Inside the gall lives a pale legless larva. The species accompanies trembling aspen and occurs commonly also at a higher altitude. Attack can be sometimes massive, especially on younger trees up to 5-10 years.
Symptom
The greenish yellow to greenish red galls induced by this species are situated on leaf petiole, or leaf stem.
Tree Species: Poplar
Part of a plant- attacked: Leaf / Needle
Pest significance: Less harmful
Pest Category: Insects
Invasive Species: No
Present in EU: Yes
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There are a total of 2 observations of the species in the system
Contarinia petioliAspen gall midge
ronie
Number of votes: 0
Published: 6.11.2024
Contarinia petioliAspen gall midge
Marián Slamka
Number of votes: 0
Published: 11.5.2024
Contarinia petioliAspen gall midge
majo
Number of votes: 0
Published: 11.5.2024
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