Gall Midge (Noun)
Meaning
Fragile mosquito-like flies that produce galls on plants.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The gall midge larvae feed on the plant tissue, causing the formation of a gall that provides them with protection and nutrients.
- Gall midges are often found in gardens and greenhouses, where they can be a significant pest on certain types of plants.
- The female gall midge lays her eggs on the plant leaves, and the larvae that hatch from them begin to feed on the plant tissue immediately.
- Some species of gall midges are specialized to produce galls on specific types of plants, such as roses or oak trees.
- The galls produced by gall midges can be an important food source for other animals, such as birds and small mammals.