Tachytes grisselli
R. Bohart, 1994
Tachytes grisselli is a of square-headed in the Crabronidae, tribe Larrini. The Tachytes comprises approximately 35 species in North America north of Mexico, commonly referred to as 'green-eyed wasps' due to the large, vivid green of many larger species. Members of this genus are solitary, ground-nesting wasps that provision their burrows with paralyzed .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Tachytes grisselli: /ˈtækɪtiːz grɪˈsɛlaɪ/
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Distribution
North America.
Similar Taxa
- TachytesOther in the Tachytes share the characteristic large green , square shape, and general body plan; species-level identification typically requires examination of male or other microscopic characters.
- LirisAlso in tribe Larrini, Liris have proportionately longer held parallel to the , and a more slender build; they lack the vivid green typical of many Tachytes.
- TachysphexGenerally smaller than Tachytes, often with entirely or partially red and a very pointed ; more active and rapid in movement compared to the relatively slower-moving Liris.