Bicyrtes is a species of solitary wasp commonly found in North America. It belongs to the family Crabronidae and is known for its distinctive black and yellow coloration. Bicyrtes is a parasitic wasp that preys on various species of beetles, particularly those that infest wood. The female Bicyrtes captures beetles, paralyzes them with her venom, and then lays her eggs on the immobilized prey, providing a food source for her developing larvae.