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Small Wasp - Conura

Small Wasp - Conura
Newport News, Virginia, USA
September 27, 2005
Size: Approx. 1/4"
Does anyone know what kind of wasp this is? It's unlike any wasp I've seen due to the fact it has very large hind legs. Any help with ID is appreciated!

Moved
Moved from Chalcid Wasps.

i think the common name is Ch
i think the common name is Chalchid Wasp.

Thanks
Thanks for your help with ID!

Superfamily Chalcidoidea, family Chalcididae
The big hind legs are very characteristic. There are already some pictures from this family in the guide, but I don't know whether it is the same species!
Greetings,
Gerard Pennards

 
The genus is Conura (formerly
The genus is Conura (formerly Spilochalcis)

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