Report of Leyptocybe invasa Fisher & LaSalle (Hymenoptera: Eulophidae), a Gall Wasp of Eucalyptus in Khartoum State, Sudan

Abstract

The presence of Leyptocybe invasa was noted on seedlings of Eucalyptus
camaldulensis, showing galls, in the nursery of the National Forestry Corporation at
Soba, Khartoum State, Sudan. Galling caused twisting of leaves and stunting of
seedlings growth. About 100 000 seedlings were infested, and the percentage of
infestation ranged between 85% and 100% on 1.5- 7.0 month-old seedlings. This is the
first record of L. invasa in Sudan