Sphex habenus is a species of solitary wasp commonly found in arid regions. It has a slender body with a metallic blue-green coloration and long, slender wings. These wasps are known for their unique hunting behavior, as they paralyze their prey (usually grasshoppers or crickets) by stinging them and then bury them in underground chambers as a food source for their offspring. Sphex habenus plays an important role in controlling insect populations and maintaining ecological balance in its habitat.