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Sphecius speciosus

Eastern Cicada Killer

Photo by kimfbenbow
Published on Project Noah
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42.5034, -83.1485

Field Notes

Description:

Large wasp. Cricket Hawk

Habitat:

Suburban

Species ID Suggestions

Eastern Cicada Killer

Sphecius speciosus

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BugEric
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Comments (3)
ForestDragon
It looks like you have a good species ID suggestion. Please confirm and update your spotting so it can be considered complete. Thanks!
BugEric
Yes, female Eastern Cicada Killer.

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PublishedAugust 13, 2011

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