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14-SEP-2014 Christine Hanrahan

Perilampid wasp (Perilampidae)

Reveler Conservation Area. A very tiny metallic blue wasp with an unusual shape. The abdomen looks as if it has been truncated. These wasps are what is called a hyperparasitoid, which simply means that they are parasitic on other parasites!

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bill friedlander15-Sep-2014 17:08
It is very cute, and its colors are very nice. Very good shot. V
joseantonio15-Sep-2014 16:27
Fabulous details.V.
Helen Betts15-Sep-2014 16:16
Excellent detail and fascinating metallic color on the body. I hate to say it, but it's almost cute ;-). V.
LynnH15-Sep-2014 15:38
I've seen these before, but didn't realize it was a wasp. Cool! V
Walter Otto Koenig15-Sep-2014 14:59
Great close up with these colors and details. "V"
Guest 15-Sep-2014 14:16
Feeding on others...interesting, and clear detailed closeup. V
globalgadabout15-Sep-2014 14:04
what a bullish stance it has, and lovely colours...
Jim Coffman15-Sep-2014 12:47
I have never seen a wasp like this before. WOW!!
Stephanie15-Sep-2014 12:39
Fascinating little wasp! Does it sting? V
Terry Sprague15-Sep-2014 12:39
Wow, awesome Christine! V
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