Hymenoptera: Vespidae

Abispa splendida  

Potter Wasp (Abispa splendida) (Abispa splendida)
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© Kay Parkin 2011
Archer River, QLD (Aug, 2011)
Common Names
  • Mud Wasp
  • Potter Wasp

There are many different species of Mud Wasp in Australia.

These solitary insects build nests of clay and are harmless to humans. They are native, they are not aggressive and rarely sting.

Potter Wasp (Abispa splendida) (Abispa splendida)

Potter Wasp

Potter Wasp (Abispa splendida) (Abispa splendida)

Potter Wasp