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Philanthus gibbosus

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Description:

A wasp in the genus Philanthus with distinctive black and yellow markings. 8 to 10 mm long. These wasp visit flowers but they are in search of prey, usually bees to feed to their young.

Habitat:

Spotted visiting goldenrod.

Reference Links:

Philanthus gibbosus - Wikipedia, Species Philanthus gibbosus - BugGuide.Net

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