This interesting wasp ranges throughout North America feeding on flower nectar. The male is hardly ever seen and quite inconspicuous by comparison. It's abdomen is short and blunt.
JS
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Too darned cool! We had a live specimen brought into the office @ a month ago. When the person initially called on the phone and talked about the long "stinger" on the back end of the critter, I had no idea what it could be. Then when he brought it in -- ta da -- it was easy to see what he was talking about. I'd never seen one in person before, so it was a real treat! Thanks for sharing another great pic. Your site rocks! Suzy O
Thank You Jack for the Great photo AND information!
Kate
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Neat. I've seen them around on occasion and never had a clue as to what they were.
Nominated Photo Of The Year. I've never seen one of them, they're awesome.
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