Cerceris frontata
Say, 1823
Cerceris frontata is a solitary in the Crabronidae, native to North America. Like other members of the Cerceris, it is a ground-nesting that provisions its nests with paralyzed insect prey for its larvae. The species was first described by Thomas Say in 1823. Specific prey preferences and detailed remain poorly documented compared to better-studied such as C. fumipennis.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Cerceris frontata: /sɚˈsɛrɪs frɒnˈteɪtə/
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Distribution
North America. Specific distribution details beyond continental scope are not well documented in available sources.
Similar Taxa
- Cerceris fumipennisBoth are North American Cerceris with ground-nesting habits, but C. fumipennis is distinguished by its specialized on jewel beetles (Buprestidae) and its use in biosurveillance for emerald ash borer. C. frontata's prey preferences are not documented in available sources.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- Catalogue of Life
- Working with Cerceris fumipennis—Part 2 | Beetles In The Bush
- Working with Cerceris fumipennis—Part 1 | Beetles In The Bush
- Hymenoptera | Beetles In The Bush | Page 6
- Wasp, Geographic Data Improve Surveillance for Emerald Ash Borer
- Predatory Wasps and Citizen Scientists are Taking on the Emerald Ash Borer
- ID Challenge #19 | Beetles In The Bush