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Great Black Digger Wasp

Sphex pensylvanicus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Hymenoptera ›Family: Sphecidae ›Genus: Sphex

About

Sphex pensylvanicus is a species of digger wasp, commonly known as the great black wasp. It lives across most of North America and grows to a size of 20–35 mm (0.8–1.4 in). The larvae feed on living insects that the females paralyze and carry to the underground nest.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Great Black Digger Wasp?
The scientific name of Great Black Digger Wasp is Sphex pensylvanicus.
What kingdom does Great Black Digger Wasp belong to?
Great Black Digger Wasp belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Great Black Digger Wasp belong to?
Great Black Digger Wasp belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Great Black Digger Wasp belong to?
Great Black Digger Wasp belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Great Black Digger Wasp belong to?
Great Black Digger Wasp belongs to the order Hymenoptera.
What family does Great Black Digger Wasp belong to?
Great Black Digger Wasp belongs to the family Sphecidae.
What genus does Great Black Digger Wasp belong to?
Great Black Digger Wasp belongs to the genus Sphex.