Ancistrocerus campestris (de Saussure, 1853) is a animal in the Vespidae family, order Hymenoptera, kingdom Animalia. Not known to be toxic.
Ancistrocerus campestris (de Saussure, 1853)
Ancistrocerus campestris is a small potter wasp species that preys on specific caterpillars.
Ancistrocerus campestris is a species of potter wasp. Adult individuals of this species can reach a maximum length of 10 millimeters (0.394 inches). This wasp can be quickly recognized by the color pattern on the back of its thorax, which resembles a smiley face. It preys on caterpillars belonging to the moth families Amphisbatidae and Gelechiidae.
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Synoeca cyanea (Fabricius, 1775)
Vespula atropilosa (Sladen, 1918)
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