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a hornet captured a beetle
Vespa mandarinia japonica
34.6656, 135.151
Field Notes
Description:
size: 27-40mm.
Habitat:
Their diet consists of a wide range of insects, including crop pests, and for this reason the hornets are regarded as beneficial. (from wiki)
Notes:
the beetle may be Gametis jucunda(コアオハナムグリ).
Reference Links:
Japanese giant hornet
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedJuly 18, 2013
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