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Pelecinid Wasp (Pelecinus polyturator) - Pelecinus polyturator - male
Copyright © 2005 Charles

Pelecinid Wasp (Pelecinus polyturator) - Pelecinus polyturator - Male
Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, USA
July 28, 2005
I've found few pics here in gallery so I hope that the ID is right.
Contributed by Charles on 29 July, 2005 - 3:22pm
Last updated 14 August, 2005 - 1:32am

female
note male
… John S. Ascher, 2 October, 2006 - 2:53pm

Yes!
Your ID is quite correct, and what a spectacular image! Thank you for sharing.
… Eric R. Eaton, 29 July, 2005 - 3:54pm

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