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Phytoptus laevis
2222_2351 Photo added 2012-10-13

Phytoptus laevis (Actinedida: Eriophyidae)
Alder Bead Gall Mite
Angelo Coast Range Reserve, Mendocino County, California
June 17, 2012

Blister galls on alder (Alnus rhombifolia) leaves, caused by mites.

all photos and text © Joyce Gross