What’s That? May 26, 2026

What are those red and white circles on the maple leaves? The bright, colorful circles really stand out against the green leaves. They look like little bullseyes. These spots are a maple eyespot gall, caused by an ocellate gall midge (Acericecis ocellaris). The larvae develop in the leaves of maples in the spring. They use… Continue reading What’s That? May 26, 2026