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Clytus arietis, the wasp beetle, is a wasp-mimicking longhorn beetle species in the genus Clytus. It reaches 9–18 millimetres (0.35–0.71 in) in length, and flies well in sunshine from May to July, often visiting flowers for pollen and nectar.

Similar species: Beetles
Species identified by Ferdy Christant
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By Ferdy Christant

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Uploaded Sep 9, 2016. Captured May 28, 2016 15:50 in Heibloemsedijk 20, 5473 TC Heeswijk Dinther, Netherlands.
  • NIKON D800
  • f/6.3
  • 1/100s
  • ISO100
  • 105mm