Hoplisoides semipunctatus

Classification

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Hoplisoides semipunctatus: //ˌhɒplɪˈsɔɪdiːz ˌsɛmɪˌpʌŋkˈteɪtəs//

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Summary

Hoplisoides semipunctatus is a species of sand wasp in the family Crabronidae. It is found in South America.

Physical Characteristics

Color pattern very distinctive: only first three terga with yellow bands; both scutellum and metanotum largely yellow.

Distribution

Argentina, Paraguay; Probably introduced by accident in the southeastern U.S.: NC to FL, west to LA.

Tags

  • Hymenoptera
  • Crabronidae
  • Bembicinae
  • Sand Wasp