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Ampulex sp
One of the 290 posible ssp in 82 genera of Sphecidae wasp from Costa Rica, This wasp is about 5 cm in lengh. Anthena with 12 segments in females and 13 in males, It is dar metallic green, I move fast and solitary.
Rainforest
Seen at the base of the Arenal Volcano.
Thanks again for the info, I think we are clear with the genus, I will confirm the species soon. Thanks a lot. Martin.
i think its ampulex neotropica - you can compare:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/29697818@N0...
Spotted on Aug 19, 2012
Submitted on Aug 20, 2012
