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)
Very interesting capture and background info.
Almost surreal....Cool work....
That is fascinating!
Excellent shot. Now I know how such one looks inside :-)
Richard, this is a very cool capture. Thank you for the explanation as I had no idea about what caused this.
Very interesting, Richard. I used to see these on live oak trees but the were brown and more solid inside. Nicely found!
Amazing... Cool capture !!!
Cool capture!
Superb and very interesting macro, excellent photo, Richard! Thanks for the infos.
Gorgeous macro and interesting infos !
Very cool and informative too! :)
I first thought it was a kiwi fruit !! Great info Richard.
Outstanding shot Richard!!!! Learn something every day, Great info!!
Shining shot.
Ain't nature wonderful.
Interesting information.
great info and cool pic of it, it is a interesting find...
Gret shot and very interesting!
Great details! Very nice shot!
Fascinating Richard
impressive
Never seen inside one until now - something new to experience every day.... Cool shot of this, Richard!
Neat capture and info!
Wonderful photo and information my friend!