Field Guide to Plant Galls of California and Other Western States (California Natural History Guides) 1st Edition

by Ronald A. Russo (Author)

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Oak apples, honeydew and ambrosia galls, witches’ brooms, and fasciations—all are types of plant galls, a commonly observed, yet little-understood botanical phenomenon. Often beautiful and bizarre, galls are growths of various shapes, sizes, and colors produced by host plants in response to invading organisms. This guide, a trove of natural history lore, explores this hidden realm, taking a fascinating look at the world of plant galls, the organisms that initiate them, their host plants, and their intricate behaviors. Focusing on native trees and shrubs, but also discussing several galls that occur on herbaceous and ornamental plants, it illuminates the complex interrelationship between botany and entomology and magnifies our awareness of plant communities in the West.

* Identifies more than 300 species of galls—95 on oaks, 22 on members of the rose family, 60 desert species, and 35 species that are new to science

* Describes plant galls from coastal dunes, the high Sierra, the Great Basin, forests throughout the western states, and the Mojave and Sonoran deserts

* Includes information on host selection, growth and development, predator and parasite defense, and animal and human uses of galls

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“You will be thrilled, because Ron Russo is an extremely inspiring naturalist able to propel you into wanting to learn more.”

(Oroville Mercury-Register 2008-07-14)

“It will amaze you.”

(Placerville Mountain Democrat 2010-07-14)

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"This exciting book belongs on every naturalist's bookshelf. The excellent color photos and clear text will endear it to the amateur while the accurate identifications will please the professional. This book is an ideal gift for anyone who enjoys spending time outdoors."—Katherine Schick, Essig Museum of Entomology, University of California, Berkeley

"This identification guide, with its summaries of the science and lore of galls and their causative organisms, engagingly draws one into another barely explored world, one presently known only to a few. With the publication of this book, many more can now appreciate these fascinating plant growths."—Raymond J. Gagné, Systematic Entomology Laboratory, USDA

"This comprehensive, descriptive, and beautifully illustrated guide to plant galls of the West will appeal to both professional and amateur."—Diane M. Erwin, Museum of Paleontology, University of California, Berkeley

"A great book for entomologists, plant pathologists, and would-be naturalists who are curious about the amazing insect-plant relationships illustrated by plant galls."—Charles Dailey, Sierra College

Publisher ‏ : ‎ University of California Press; 1st edition (February 8, 2007)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 400 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0520248864
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0520248861
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.05 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 4.5 x 1.13 x 7.25 inches

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yosemiteexplorer

Amazing book.

Reviewed in the United States on July 18, 2018

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Kind of insane that there is a 450 page book on galls of California, but if you are naturalist, knowing a bit about galls will transform your forest walks. Amazing book.

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rebugging

Amazing facts about plant galls

Reviewed in the United States on April 17, 2010

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I bought this book because I owned and loved Russo's out of print first guide to plant galls. This is so much more. We are introduced to galls not only caused by cynipid wasps, but galls induced by aphids, moths, beetles, flies, and mites, plus galls that represent plant's responses to bacteria, fungi, and even mistletoe. The variety of these structures is amazing, and obviously much more is waiting to be discovered. If you are curious about the natural world, this beautifully illustrated book will be a good addition to your library.

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Rob

Great book

Reviewed in the United States on July 25, 2012

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Have used the book extensively now and identified every gall I have encountered on field trips in California, Arizona and Nevada. If you have an interest or want something else to look for when out walking in the woods then get this book.

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Pacific

Plant galls

Reviewed in the United States on April 27, 2008

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I have seen the galls on plants and this book answers what made the galls. So many different kinds. A really interesting reference filled with information on the plants and insects

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Barry A. Grivett

Everything you want in a field guide

Reviewed in the United States on August 28, 2007

Perfect size, organization, filled with photos, descriptions (size, host plants, scientific names, lifecycle and illustrations), glossary, comprehensive index and 70 pages of essential Introduction. Besides, there is nothing else like it. I've used this guide for seven months in California and Arizona. If you want to identify and become familiar with plant galls of the western states, this is the book you need.

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NevadaJay

An Excellent Text on Western Galls

Reviewed in the United States on February 10, 2008

Ronald Russo's new handbook of galls of the western United States is a first-rate publication for individuals studying this fascinating topic.

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Nancy A.

Wait for Russo's newer book

Reviewed in the United States on January 18, 2021

This is a wonderful book, but why pay triple digit prices? Instead, consider waiting for this author's Plant Galls of the Western States, to be released this spring by Princeton Univ. Press.

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