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The mammoth wasp, Megascolia maculata maculata, is a very large wasp (the largest in Europe), with the female reaching up to 6 centimeters (2.4 in), whereas the male is smaller. The species can be seen in warm weather, from May to September.

Species identified by Jivko Nakev
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By Jivko Nakev

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Uploaded May 29, 2016. Captured May 24, 2016 10:52 in Unnamed Road, Thasos 640 02, Greece.
  • Canon EOS 7D Mark II
  • f/6.3
  • 1/640s
  • ISO100
  • 100mm