Oak Gall by Richardphotos
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Description
These little balls, called oak galls, are a common occurrence caused when the tree reacts to non-stinging wasps laying their eggs on its leaves, branches, twigs or flowers. These insects inject a hormone into the plant tissue, causing it to grow abnormally and enclose the developing wasp larvae. Galls usually don't cause lasting harm, but heavy infestations can be fatal. http://homeguides.sfgate.com/rid-oak-galls-37878.html
I just learned what these are when I did a net search.
I also probably seen the smallest insect I have seen while taking this picture. it will be the next post
Comments (24)
allnaydi
Very interesting capture and background info.
kenmo
Almost surreal....Cool work....
ontar1
That is fascinating!
helanker
Excellent shot. Now I know how such one looks inside :-)
magnus073
Richard, this is a very cool capture. Thank you for the explanation as I had no idea about what caused this.
CavalierLady
Very interesting, Richard. I used to see these on live oak trees but the were brown and more solid inside. Nicely found!
Cyve
Amazing... Cool capture !!!
byteline
Cool capture!
Jean_C
Superb and very interesting macro, excellent photo, Richard! Thanks for the infos.
Leije
Gorgeous macro and interesting infos !
rangeriderrichard
Very cool and informative too! :)
jayfar
I first thought it was a kiwi fruit !! Great info Richard.
bobrgallegos
Outstanding shot Richard!!!! Learn something every day, Great info!!
farmerC
Shining shot.
netsuke
Ain't nature wonderful.
pimanjc
Interesting information.
eekdog Online Now!
great info and cool pic of it, it is a interesting find...
Windigo
Gret shot and very interesting!
drittervon5
Great details! Very nice shot!
doarte
Fascinating Richard
flavia49
impressive
RodS
Never seen inside one until now - something new to experience every day.... Cool shot of this, Richard!
irisinthespring
Neat capture and info!
danapommet
Wonderful photo and information my friend!