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Tarantuala Hawk

Pepsis formosa

Photo by SeanRees
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Field Notes

Description:

Pretty waspy thing.

Notes:

I love the colors.

Species ID Suggestions

Tarantuala Hawk

Pepsis formosa

Reference Link
Michelle Parish
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Comments (2)
Small Wonders
Yes I agree with Michelle, a Tarantula Hawk Wasp - One of the most painful stinging insects!
Michelle Parish
I have one that looks almost identical, from Arkansas a few years ago! Tarantula Hawk! http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tarantula_hawk
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PublishedJanuary 26, 2012

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