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Sphecius speciosus
These wasps reach up to 1-½ inch in length. Except for a rusty red head and thorax, they are overall black or rusty in color, with yellow band markings on the abdominal segments. They have russet colored wings.
Wildlife habitat garden with many native plants. This wasp was digging in the muddy spots this morning.
Spotted on Jul 14, 2012
Submitted on Jul 14, 2012
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