Gall Midge Larva

Natural Habitat

Found within plant tissues where they induce galls, or in soil, decaying organic matter, and leaf litter.

Diet & Feeding

Plant fluids extracted from within galls, fungi, or as predators of other small arthropods depending on the species.

Behavior Patterns

They undergo a complex life cycle including egg, several larval instars, pupa, and winged adult. Many species are highly host-specific to certain plants.

Risks & Benefits

Some species are major agricultural pests causing plant deformities, while others are beneficial as predators of aphids and mites.

Identified on: 2/6/2026