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Willow Gall Sawfly

Willow Gall Sawfly

Pontania proxima

A species of Pontania

Adorning streamlined bodies with predominant greenish hues, willow Gall Sawfly are arboreal craftsmen, expertly manipulating the leaves of their preferred willow hosts to form sheltered enclaves. As larvae, they exhibit herbivorous tendencies, selectively devouring the foliage which serves as both sustenance and sanctuary, while the adults are known for their brief, pollen-powered flights, playing unwitting roles in the pollination of their arboreal habitats.

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Attributes of Willow Gall Sawfly
Colors
Brown
Black
Yellow
Habitat
White willow; crack willow; damp open wooded area; hedgerow
Adult Food Sources
Nectar, honeydew, pollen
Larva Food Source
Willow leaves (salix spp.), plant tissue from galls on willow leaves
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
Phytophagous
Not reported
Predatory
Not reported
Biting animal or pet
Not reported
Mouthparts Type
Chewing-lapping mouthparts
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Species Status of Willow Gall Sawfly
Widespread
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Distribution Area of Willow Gall Sawfly
Europe, Western Asia, New Zealand, Australia
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Life Cycle of Willow Gall Sawfly
Egg The egg is laid on a leaf, where it remains until hatching. Tiny and usually oval-shaped, the egg of willow Gall Sawfly is barely noticeable and adheres closely to the plant surface.
Larva Upon hatching, the larva resembles a miniature, legless adult. As it grows, it molts several times, increasing in size and developing features like legs and segmentation.
Pupal The larva forms a pupa, during which it's dormant. The pupa may be encased for protection as internal reorganization occurs, leading to adult characteristics.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult willow Gall Sawfly's development is marked by the presence of wings and functional reproductive organs. The body is fully formed and hardened, and the adult is mobile, focusing on reproduction.
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Predators of Willow Gall Sawfly Larvae
Birds, beetles, rodents
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Predators of Adult Willow Gall Sawfly
Birds, spiders, rodents
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Scientific Classification of Willow Gall Sawfly
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Youth Habitat of Willow Gall Sawfly
Forests and Woodlands, Freshwater Habitats
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Adult Habitat of Willow Gall Sawfly
Forests and Woodlands, Freshwater Habitats
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How Can You Attract Willow Gall Sawfly
The trapping of willow Gall Sawfly is typically not reliant on bait food, as they may not be attracted to such methods due to their feeding habits and life cycle stages.
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Habitat Preferences of Willow Gall Sawfly Through Different Life Stages
To find the eggs of willow Gall Sawfly, you would inspect the undersides of willow leaves, where they are commonly laid. Larvae, which are leaf-gall inducers, are located within distinctive galls on willow leaves and twigs—no need for sweeping nets, just a careful examination of willow foliage. Searching for pupae requires a bit more effort: examine the leaf litter beneath willow trees or the soil around their bases. Adult willow Gall Sawfly are typically found flitting around or feeding on the flowers and leaves of the willow trees they favor for oviposition.
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When is the Best Time to Observe Willow Gall Sawfly
The most suitable time to find willow Gall Sawfly is during their active periods, which can vary depending on the climate and specific life cycle stage of the willow Gall Sawfly.
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Garden and Landscape Pest

The larvae of willow Gall Sawfly cause mild to severe damage, primarily to willows and ornamental shrubs by chewing plant tissues and causing galls. This can lead to defoliation and weakened stems, impacting plant aesthetics and health. In severe cases, infestations can significantly diminish plant vigor, potentially affecting other plants if spread through human intervention.

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