Speaker Topic: Galls: Let’s Get Curiously Addicted

Galls are fascinating plant growths caused by insects, mites, fungi, and bacteria. They come in all shapes, sizes, and colors—and some are downright amazing! Join us as Kimberlie Sasan explores the incredible diversity of galls, shows how to identify their makers, and shares tips for spotting even undescribed species.

About the Speaker
Kimberlie Sasan, a Cross Timbers Texas Master Naturalist, is an entomology enthusiast with 35,000+ iNaturalist observations. She discovered a gall new to science, Druon laceyi, and contributes to Gallformers.org. Kimberlie also works at the Botanical Research Institute of Texas and continues her passion for bluebird monitoring and Texas flora and fauna research.