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Red-banded Yellowjacket

Vespula rufa

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Hymenoptera ›Family: Vespidae ›Genus: Vespula

About

Vespula rufa, commonly known as the red wasp, is a social wasp species belonging to the Vespula genus. It is found in northern and central Europe, parts of Asia, and northern parts of North America. Vespula rufa is characterized by red-brown markings and body segmentation, with the appearance varying amongst the different roles of individuals in the species. These wasps build small nests in dry banks underground that are not far below the surface. The colony...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Red-banded Yellowjacket?
The scientific name of Red-banded Yellowjacket is Vespula rufa.
What kingdom does Red-banded Yellowjacket belong to?
Red-banded Yellowjacket belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Red-banded Yellowjacket belong to?
Red-banded Yellowjacket belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Red-banded Yellowjacket belong to?
Red-banded Yellowjacket belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Red-banded Yellowjacket belong to?
Red-banded Yellowjacket belongs to the order Hymenoptera.
What family does Red-banded Yellowjacket belong to?
Red-banded Yellowjacket belongs to the family Vespidae.
What genus does Red-banded Yellowjacket belong to?
Red-banded Yellowjacket belongs to the genus Vespula.