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German wasp - Vespula germanica Observed overwintering under eucalyptus tree bark. Had to warm it up prior to to taking a photo as it was all curled up due to cold temperatures. Australia,Eamw wasps,Finniss Conservation park,Geotagged,German wasp,Vespula germanica,Winter Click/tap to enlarge

German wasp - Vespula germanica

Observed overwintering under eucalyptus tree bark. Had to warm it up prior to to taking a photo as it was all curled up due to cold temperatures.

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Vespula germanica is a species of wasp found in much of the Northern Hemisphere, native to Europe, Northern Africa, and temperate Asia. It has spread and become well-established in many other places, including North America, South America, Australia, South Africa, and New Zealand.

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Uploaded Sep 10, 2025. Captured Sep 7, 2025 15:50 in MMJV+WX Mount Magnificent SA, Australia.
  • Canon EOS 650D
  • f/7.1
  • 1/12s
  • ISO400
  • 70mm