Sericopompilus

Ashmead, 1902

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Sericopompilus is a of spider wasps in the Pompilidae. Members of this genus are solitary that hunt spiders to provision nests for their larvae. The genus was established by Ashmead in 1902 and contains distributed primarily in the Americas.

Sericopompilus bivattatus by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.Sericopompilus bivattatus by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.Sericopompilus bivattatus by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Sericopompilus: //ˌsɛrɪkoʊˈpɒmpɪləs//

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Distribution

Primarily distributed in the Americas; records include North, Central, and South America.

Behavior

As with other Pompilidae, members of this are solitary that hunt spiders. The female wasp paralyzes a spider and transports it to a nest , where an is laid on the immobilized prey.

Ecological Role

Acts as a of spiders and may influence spider in local .

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