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Polistes carnifex
A wasp native to Central and South America. It is a very large yellow and brown paper wasp that establishes small colonies which build nests under the eaves of buildings or suspended from branches. Although not a particularly aggressive wasp species, it is known for its extremely painful and potent sting. Spotted in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Spotted on Apr 30, 2015
Submitted on Jul 20, 2020
