Megascolia maculata

Megascolia maculata, male, dorsal view

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Ferdy Christant

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What an incredible species, captured in perfect detail, I can count the hairs! Posted 7 years ago
1. RMFelix
  
  Lion
  
  :D Thanks, Ferdy! Posted 7 years ago

Christine Young

Lion

Really lovely! The texture and detail on the body and antennae are fantastic. Posted 7 years ago
1. RMFelix
  
  Lion
  
  Thanks so much, Christine! Cheers* Posted 7 years ago

The Megascolia maculata flavifrons

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

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Similar species: Wasps, Bees, Sawflies And Ants

Species identified by RMFelix