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Polistes carolina
Large, almost completely red paper wasp.
Found at the edge of a dry riverbed (Sandy Creek), nectaring on White Sweet Clover (Melilotus albus).
Highly unusual find that may represent a significant range extension, or merely an accidental spotting. Full story here: http://bugeric.blogspot.com/2012/08/wasp...
Spotted on Aug 7, 2012
Submitted on Dec 12, 2012
3 Comments
Thank you, Karen and Leuba!
Fantastic shots of a handsome wasp - these photos are a treat ! Thanks.
Beautiful Red Wasp- as we call them here in FL. Nice job IDing the gender as well!