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Ichneumon Wasp

Netelia sp.

Description:

This beautiful ichneumon wasp is fairly common in Minnesota. Long antennae, black eyes, orange body. Short ovipositor.

Habitat:

Attracted to lights at night. Eastern deciduous forest and savanna.

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5 Comments

Latimeria
Latimeria 12 years ago

It's very artsy Gordon, great shot! I love the Ichneumons, they're so neat.

Gordon Dietzman
Gordon Dietzman 12 years ago

OK, looks like the second photo is up and working now.

Mirella Rosol
Mirella Rosol 12 years ago

Sweet!!!

Gordon Dietzman
Gordon Dietzman 12 years ago

Well, I wouldn't be surprised. Ichneumons tend to be somewhat specialized and I don't know for sure what this particular species tend to go after. Typically, however, ichneumons destroy lots of other insects, many of which are pests. Thanks for the comments on the photo. Hmmm... I actually uploaded two photos. I'll go back and upload the second side view photo in a couple of minutes (this is my artsy shot...grin).

ceherzog
ceherzog 12 years ago

Aren't these guys considered beneficial insects to gardeners? Nice picture!

Gordon Dietzman
Spotted by
Gordon Dietzman

Roseville, Minnesota, USA

Spotted on Jul 7, 2010
Submitted on May 14, 2011

Spotted for Mission

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