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Robin's Pincushion

DateSat 2011-08-27

Robin's pincushion, a plant gall that is caused by the larvae of the wasp Diplolepis rosae (Hymenoptera: Cynipidae).   The host plant is a species of wild rose (Rosa sp).

Photo taken in Chazey Wood, near Caversham, UK, on 2011-08-24.

AuthorTristram Brelstaff | CommentPost a Comment |
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