Tag Archives: Neuroterus numismalis

Looking down 2

Posted on 2014/11/17 by Fay Newbery

Under some of the oak trees on campus, as well as the fallen leaves, tiny pale discs are appearing. Sometimes these are present in large numbers. They show up particularly well on tarmac pavements. These are button galls which were … Continue reading →

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Spangle leaf-manglers: Neuroterus spp.

Posted on 2013/10/24 by Waheed

If you’ve spent any time admiring the variety of oaks (Quercus spp.) on campus, you may have noticed strange growths on various parts of the trees. During last week’s Vegetation Survey and Assessment session, I came across a badly affected … Continue reading →

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