Oak galls
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It is common to see galls of one kind or another on oak trees in mid-spring. In most cases they are caused by insects laying their eggs.
Here are some you might spot:
Gouty gall
Cherry gall
Wooly gall
Jumping gall
Live oak leafy gall
Acorn plum wasp gall
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