Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Wasp from June > Ancistrocerus cf trifasciatus [Libor]
#1
These were flying in Yorkshire for a week or two around June 20. I haven't checked the size, but I guess about 7-8mm [EDIT: this is correct]. Any help appreciated!
Posted by
libor on 21-11-2009 17:57
#2
Hymnenoptera: Vespidae: Eumeninae: Ancistrocerus sp., male. This genus is very difficult to ID under microscope, almost impossible from a single picture. But in this animal i would say A. trifasciatus, 90% :-). Libor
#3
Many thanks Libor, I wasn't expecting such a complete answer!
Stephen
#4
I found another view which adds a little more detail.
Posted by
libor on 22-11-2009 19:02
#5
hmm, much better, but not the best view. In these wasps, the shape of 2nd sternum solves almost everything. But in general, this view supports my first ID. Libor
#6
Next time I'll shoot it as it flies over my head! Thanks again Libor
