Ancistrocerus albolacteus
Ancistrocerus albolacteus is a solitary mason wasp in the Vespidae. Like other members of the Ancistrocerus, it nests in pre-existing cavities and provisions its young with paralyzed caterpillars. The is part of a diverse group of potter and mason wasps that play important roles in controlling .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Ancistrocerus albolacteus: //ænˌsɪstroʊˈsɛrəs ˌælboʊˈlæktiːəs//
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Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- Bug Eric: Wasp Wednesday: Walden's Mason Wasp, Ancistrocerus waldenii
- Bug Eric: How to (Almost) Catch a Leaf-tier Caterpillar (Video)
- Bug Eric: How to Catch a Leafroller Caterpillar (Video)
- Bug Eric: Eight Illinois Wasp and Bee Mimics in Twenty Minutes
- Bug Eric: City Nature Challenge 2023 Recap