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"Eriophyes laevis " is a gall mite which makes small, pimple-like galls on the leaves of alder. The mite was first described by the Austrian zoologist, Alfred Nalepa in 1889 and is found in Europe and North America.

Similar species: Sarcoptiformes
Species identified by Christine Young
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By Christine Young

Attribution Non-Commercial
Uploaded Jul 8, 2025. Captured Jun 19, 2025 09:23 in WELLS PUBLIC SAFETY BULDING, 1563 Post Rd, Wells, ME 04090, USA.
  • Canon EOS 90D
  • f/8.0
  • 1/128s
  • ISO400
  • 100mm