Wasps of the genus Sphex (commonly known as digger wasps) are cosmopolitan predators that sting and paralyze prey insects. Sphex is one of many genera in the old digger wasp family Sphecidae ( sensu lato ), though most apart from the Sphecinae have now been moved to the family Crabronidae . [ 1 ]

Sphex ichneumoneus, known commonly as the great golden digger wasp or great golden sand digger is a wasp in the family Sphecidae. It is identified by the golden pubescence on its head and thorax, [2] its reddish orange legs, and partly reddish orange body. [3]

Sphex pensylvanicus, the great black wasp, is a species of digger wasp. [3] It lives across most of North America and grows to a size of 20–35 mm (0.8–1.4 in). The larvae feed on living insects that the females paralyze and carry to the underground nest.

2025年1月29日 · Great Black Wasp (Sphex pensylvanicus) Detailing the physical features, habits, territorial reach and other identifying qualities of the Great Black Wasp 

2024年6月13日 · from the Greek σφήξ (sphéx), the ancient name of a kind of wasp Numbers 12 spp. in 2 subgenera in our area ( 1 ) , ~120 spp. worldwide ( 2 ) ; 9 spp. in e.

2024年1月11日 · The Great Golden Digger Wasp, also known as Sphex ichneumoneus, is a fascinating insect with unique physical characteristics that set it apart from other wasp species. Let’s take a closer look at its size, appearance, coloration, and markings.

2024年9月10日 · An online resource devoted to North American insects, spiders and their kin, offering identification, images, and information.

2023年5月14日 · Species Sphex ichneumoneus - Great Golden Digger Wasp Classification · Explanation of Names · Size · Identification · Range · Habitat · Food · Life Cycle · Remarks · Internet References · Works Cited

Wasps of the genus Sphex (commonly known as digger wasps) are cosmopolitan predators that sting and paralyze prey insects. Sphex is one of many genera in the old digger wasp family Sphecidae ( sensu lato ), though most apart from the Sphecinae have now been moved to the family Crabronidae.

Sphex pensylvanicus is a species of digger wasp approximately 22-28 millimeters in length. Their common name, Great Black Wasp, does this insect descriptive justice with its deep black body and wings that give off a blue iridescent sheen.