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Bald-faced Hornet - Dolichovespula maculata - male
Copyright © 2009 Dave Eddy

Bald-faced Hornet - Dolichovespula maculata - Male
Swaledale, Cerro Gordo County, Iowa, USA
September 30, 2009
This is the second time this year (and in my life) that I have seen a Bald-faced Hornet. I might not have bothered sending these photos but had to share the face shot. I'm guessing a male.

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Contributed by Dave Eddy on 30 September, 2009 - 9:52pm
Last updated 12 October, 2009 - 8:36pm

Moved
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… John F. Carr, 12 October, 2009 - 8:36pm login or register to post comments

Yes
Male D. maculata
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