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Photo#76965
Newly Emerged Wasp - Cotesia congregata

Newly Emerged Wasp - Cotesia congregata
Chesterfield County, Virginia, USA
September 4, 2006
Size: ~1/4"
Newly emerged Apanteles or Cotesia congregata? cleaning wings before first flight. Host is a small Hornworm (Manduca sexta). ID confirmation/correction appreciated

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wasp on cat
Doug, I love this picture! I am a master gardener in Hampton VA. I am currently working on a adult/immature insect matching game using all beneficial insects. I'm trying to use mostly my own photos but this is one I don't have and it shows scale once you know what the green is. This picture would be perfect. I have completed one section with Carolina mantid, Lacewing and Florida Predatory stink bug. This board features Syrphid fly, Lady beetle and Braconid wasp/Cotesia congregata. You photo would only be used for educational purposes. Thank you for considering.

I can't find the words...
...to tell you how awesome I think these photos are! Really, this is some seriously nice work. Thanks for submitting these to the guide.

Moved
Moved from Cotesia congregata.

Moved
Moved from Braconid Wasps.

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Moved from Wasps.

Wow, nice shot!
I hope one of our wasp experts can make the ID - this will be a great addition to the guide.