4,226 observationsLeast Concern
Saxon Wasp
Dolichovespula saxonica
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Hymenoptera ›Family: Vespidae ›Genus: Dolichovespula
About
Dolichovespula saxonica, also known as the Saxon wasp, is a common social wasp found in the palearctic region, specifically in large parts of Europe and in northern and central Asia. Although originally from continental Europe, D. saxonica has since colonized Britain, mainly in the south and east, but has been recorded as far north as East Lothian, Scotland. Most of their nests are above ground in trees and bushes, but they can also be found in...
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Saxon Wasp is Dolichovespula saxonica.
- The Saxon Wasp has a conservation status of Least Concern.
- Saxon Wasp belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Saxon Wasp belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
- Saxon Wasp belongs to the class Insecta.
- Saxon Wasp belongs to the order Hymenoptera.
- Saxon Wasp belongs to the family Vespidae.
- Saxon Wasp belongs to the genus Dolichovespula.