Scoliidae (family)

Unidentified Hairy Flower Wasp at Mongarlowe, NSW

Scoliidae (family) at Mongarlowe, NSW - suppressed
Scoliidae (family) at Mongarlowe, NSW - suppressed
Scoliidae (family) at Mongarlowe, NSW - suppressed
Scoliidae (family) at Mongarlowe, NSW - suppressed
Scoliidae (family) at Mongarlowe, NSW - suppressed
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Identification history

Scoliidae (family) 4 Feb 2025 SimoneC
Unidentified 3 Feb 2025 LisaH

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The biggest and hairiest wasp I've seen, I think - and stunning black!

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  • bursaria Associated plant
  • 50mm or larger Animal size
  • Alive / healthy Animal health
  • Feeding on nectar or pollen Insect behaviour on flower
  • True Pollinator Insect on Flower

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