Polistes (Polistes) chinensis

Asian paper wasp at Lyneham, ACT

Polistes (Polistes) chinensis at Lyneham, ACT - 26 Sep 2023
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Identification history

Polistes (Polistes) chinensis 27 Sep 2023 SimoneC
Unidentified 26 Sep 2023 KyliePossum

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Sighting information

  • 1 Abundance
  • 26 Sep 2023 12:08 PM Recorded on
  • KyliePossum Recorded by

Additional information

  • Cherry blossom Associated plant
  • 12mm to 25mm Animal size
  • Alive / healthy Animal health
  • Feeding on nectar or pollen Insect behaviour on flower
  • True Pollinator Insect on Flower

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