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Vespula germanica

European wasp at Brindabella, NSW

Vespula germanica at Brindabella, NSW - 26 Nov 2022
Vespula germanica at Brindabella, NSW - 26 Nov 2022
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Identification history

Vespula germanica 26 Nov 2022 SimoneC
Vespula germanica 26 Nov 2022 Christine

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User's notes

Only one seen at this location, but after flying around for a bit it entered this hole. After a couple of minutes it came out again. Not sure if this might be a nest, but no other wasps seen.

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SimoneC wrote:
   26 Nov 2022
Probably worth reporting see https://ewasp.com.au/

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Pseudemoia entrecasteauxii (Woodland Tussock-skink) at Brindabella, NSW - 25 Nov 2022 by Christine
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Location information

Species information

  • Vespula germanica Scientific name
  • European wasp Common name
  • Not Sensitive
  • Exotic
  • Noxious or High Risk Weed or Pest

Sighting information

  • 1 Abundance
  • 26 Nov 2022 10:16 AM Recorded on
  • Christine Recorded by

Additional information

  • 12mm to 25mm Animal size
  • Alive / healthy Animal health

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