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Giant Ichneumon Wasp

Megarhyssa atrata

Description:

A large, dark insect with an extremely long ovipositor. All black minus the yellow head, antennae, and legs. Nearly harmless unless manhandled.

Habitat:

Backporch

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Liam
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Liam

Georgia, USA

Spotted on Jul 25, 2011
Submitted on Dec 30, 2012

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