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Oyster Gall Wasp

Neuroterus anthracinus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Hymenoptera ›Family: Cynipidae ›Genus: Neuroterus

About

Neuroterus anthracinus is a widely distributed gall wasp that forms chemically induced leaf galls on oak trees. N. anthracinus has both sexual and agamic generations and in consequence forms two distinct galls, the oyster gall and April-bud gall....

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Oyster Gall Wasp?
The scientific name of Oyster Gall Wasp is Neuroterus anthracinus.
What is the conservation status of Oyster Gall Wasp?
The Oyster Gall Wasp has a conservation status of NE.
What kingdom does Oyster Gall Wasp belong to?
Oyster Gall Wasp belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Oyster Gall Wasp belong to?
Oyster Gall Wasp belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Oyster Gall Wasp belong to?
Oyster Gall Wasp belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Oyster Gall Wasp belong to?
Oyster Gall Wasp belongs to the order Hymenoptera.
What family does Oyster Gall Wasp belong to?
Oyster Gall Wasp belongs to the family Cynipidae.
What genus does Oyster Gall Wasp belong to?
Oyster Gall Wasp belongs to the genus Neuroterus.