Zethus spinipes variegatus
de Saussure, 1852
A of potter wasp in the Zethus, distinguished by variegated coloration. As a member of the Eumeninae , it constructs mud or clay nests provisioned with paralyzed prey for its larvae. The subspecies designation indicates geographic variation in color pattern within the broader Zethus spinipes .



Pronunciation
How to pronounce Zethus spinipes variegatus: /ˈzɛθ.əs ˈspaɪ.nɪˌpiːz ˌvær.iˈeɪ.ɡə.təs/
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Distribution
Recorded from Vermont, United States; distribution appears limited based on available occurrence data.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- Catalogue of Life
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