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Beewolf

Philanthus sp.

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Field Notes

Description:

Small yellow wasp with bold, black stripes on the abdomen and yellow on the thorax. The eyes are green and antennae are black.

Habitat:

Grass in the backyard orchard.

Notes:

Greek phil 'lover' + anthus 'flower'. Greek phil 'lover' + anthus 'flower'
the common name "beewolf" refers to the habit of preying on bees - Beewolf

Reference Links:

Genus Philanthus - Beewolves - BugGuide.Net

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (3)
Aaron_G
Another great spotting, Cindy! :-)

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Southern California Wildlife
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Wondrous Wasps of Southern California
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National Geographic's Great Nature Project
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The Bug Chicks Sofa Safari

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PublishedJune 15, 2013

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