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Potter Wasp

Ancistrocerus tuberculocephalus

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Description:

I was taking a picture of one wasp when suddenly another landed on it and a struggle occurred. I don't believe they were mating as it was quick, violent and they never aligned straight. The last two images are of the solitary wasp.

These wasps are Yellow with brown/red and black markings on abdomen. Thorax is black and antennae are red other than a dark portion near the tips. The wings are red with dark tips.

Habitat:

Pomelo tree in backyard

Reference Links:

Species Ancistrocerus tuberculocephalus - BugGuide.Net

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Southern California Wildlife
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Wondrous Wasps of Southern California

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PublishedFebruary 29, 2012

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