Notocyphus dorsalis

Cresson, 1872

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Notocyphus dorsalis is a of spider wasp in the Pompilidae, first described by Cresson in 1872. Members of this are known for their distinctive and predatory targeting spiders. The species belongs to a group of solitary that paralyze spiders to provision nests for their larvae. Observations of this have been documented through citizen science platforms, though detailed biological studies remain limited.

Notocyphus dorsalis arizonicus by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.Notocyphus dorsalis arizonicus by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.Notocyphus dorsalis arizonicus by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.

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How to pronounce Notocyphus dorsalis: //ˌnoʊ.toʊˈsɪ.fəs ˈdɔr.sə.lɪs//

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