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Eumenes fraternus Fraternal Potter Wasp<br />
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Eumenes fraternus

Fraternal Potter Wasp

Eumenes fraternus Fraternal Potter Wasp<br />
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''Eumenes fraternus'' is a species of potter wasp in the subfamily Eumeninae of the family Vespidae. It is native to the eastern United States and Canada. The female builds a miniature pot out of mud in which it lays an egg and places a live caterpillar. Its developing larva feeds on this whereas the adult wasp feeds primarily on nectar.

Species identified by t7iguy
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By t7iguy

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Uploaded Oct 9, 2024. Captured Oct 9, 2024 04:31.
  • OM-1MarkII
  • f/10.0
  • 1/100s
  • ISO200
  • 60mm