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Square-headed Wasps, Sand Wasps, and Allies

Crabronidae
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Summary

Crabronidae is a family of insects commonly known as sand wasps or digger wasps. They are characterized by their robust bodies, strong jaws, and long, slender wings. These insects are solitary and build nests in the ground, often in sandy or loose soil. They are important predators, feeding on a variety of insects and spiders.

Square-headed Wasps, Sand Wasps, and Allies

Crabronidae
Local Pest Control

Scientific classification

kingdom: Animalia
phylum: Arthropoda
class: Insecta
order: Hymenoptera

Species

Sphecius speciosus

Eastern Cicada-killer Wasp

Sphecius speciosus

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Bembix americana

American Sand Wasp

Bembix americana

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Trypoxylon politum

Organ-pipe Mud-dauber Wasp

Trypoxylon politum

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Mellinus arvensis

Field digger wasp

Mellinus arvensis

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Philanthus gibbosus

Humped Beewolf

Philanthus gibbosus

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Philanthus triangulum

European beewolf

Philanthus triangulum

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Bicyrtes quadrifasciatus

Four-banded Stink Bug Wasp

Bicyrtes quadrifasciatus

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Ectemnius continuus

Ectemnius continuus

Ectemnius continuus

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Cerceris fumipennis

Smoky-winged Beetle Bandit Wasp

Cerceris fumipennis

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