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Eucalyptus Stem Gall Wasp - Leptocybe invasa Observed on eucalyptus trees branch. Australia,Geotagged,Leptocybe invasa,Spring Click/tap to enlarge Promoted

Eucalyptus Stem Gall Wasp - Leptocybe invasa

Observed on eucalyptus trees branch.

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The Eucalyptus Stem Gall Wasp

"Leptocybe invasa", the blue gum chalcid wasp or eucalyptus gall wasp, is a chalcid wasp which is the only species in the monotypic genus "Leptocybe" in the subfamily Tetrastichinae, of the family Eulophidae.

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Similar species: Wasps, Bees, Sawflies And Ants
Species identified by Ernst
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Uploaded Dec 10, 2025. Captured Nov 18, 2025 17:28 in 2 Norma Cres, Encounter Bay SA 5211, Australia.
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  • Canon EOS 650D
  • f/10.0
  • 1/25s
  • ISO400
  • 89mm

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