Category

Definition

Walk

Walking on the surrounding substrate, exploring the patch, moving the antennae and/or making small jumps and flights.

Stationary

Remaining motionless, antennal movements may be present.

Groom

Cleaning body parts, such as wings and antennae, using legs and/or mandibles.

Feed

Consuming the honey/water solution.

Walk-antennate

Host examination, walking in circles on top of the gall, drumming the gall with the antennae.

Probe

Probing the gall, inserting the ovipositor, examining its content and/or releasing an egg, moving the head, antennae and whole body.

Threat

Running or flying directly toward the other female with wings raised.

Retreat

Withdrawing temporarily from the patch after being threatened.