Poecilopompilus algidus willistoni
(Patton, 1879)
Poecilopompilus algidus willistoni is a of spider wasp in the Pompilidae. The P. algidus exhibits Müllerian mimicry of paper wasps (Polistes), with coloration varying geographically—southern resemble large paper wasps while northern populations may appear almost entirely black with red abdominal bands. This subspecies is part of a widespread North American spider wasp that preys exclusively on orbweaver spiders (Araneidae). Females construct shallow burrows in bare soil where they provision nests with paralyzed spiders for their larvae.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Poecilopompilus algidus willistoni: //ˌpɛsɪloʊˈpɒmpɪləs ˈældʒɪdəs ˌwɪlɪˈstoʊnaɪ//
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