Euodynerus bidens
(de Saussure, 1870)
Euodynerus bidens is a solitary mason wasp in the Eumeninae, characterized by distinctive mandibular with two teeth. The is part of a widespread North American known for nesting in pre-existing cavities and provisioning nests with paralyzed caterpillars. Like , it likely serves as a agent for pest larvae.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Euodynerus bidens: /juːoʊˈdɪnərəs ˈbaɪdɛnz/
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Distribution
North America
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- Catalogue of Life
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