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Giant Ichneumon Wasp (Male)
Megarhyssa macrurus
41.5867, -73.4118
Field Notes
Description:
It has a reddish-brown body that is approximately 2 inches long. Males have black and yellowish orange stripes on the thorax. Wings are transparent and the abdomen is elongated. Females have a 4 inch ovipositor at the end of their abdomen, but males do not have an ovipositor.
Habitat:
I saw at least 4-5 of these congregating on a section of a fallen tree. I didn't notice a female nearby, but I was hiking with my 2 little kids, who were unwilling to stand still long enough for me to investigate further!
Notes:
Roaring Brook Nature Center
Reference Links:
Megarhyssa macrurus
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PublishedMay 21, 2016
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