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Golden wattle bud-galling wasp - Trichilogaster signiventris The gall is growing out of the flower.Probably started growing when the flower bud was forming. Australia,Geotagged,Golden wattle bud-galling wasp,Trichilogaster signiventris,Winter Click/tap to enlarge

Golden wattle bud-galling wasp - Trichilogaster signiventris

The gall is growing out of the flower.Probably started growing when the flower bud was forming.

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The Golden wattle Bud-galling Wasp

"Trichilogaster signiventris" is a species of Australian chalcid wasps that parasitises, among others, "Acacia pycnantha". It has been introduced into South Africa, where the golden wattle has become an invasive pest.

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Similar species: Wasps, Bees, Sawflies And Ants
Species identified by Ernst
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Uploaded Aug 15, 2025. Captured Aug 14, 2025 13:30 in 89 Acacia Terrace, Aldinga Beach SA 5173, Australia.
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  • Canon EOS 650D
  • f/22.0
  • 1/128s
  • ISO400
  • 84mm
Captured in the winter. More winter photos.