Cream-striped Darwin Wasp Ophion obscuratus England

Description

Taxonomy Identification: Family Hymenoptera, sub-family Ichneumonidae first named by Fabricius in 1798.

Colour: Overall colour orange. Wings are semi-transparent with black veins. Distinctive cream stripes on thorax.

Size: Body length 15-20mm, Wingspan 20-30mm

Comments & Applications:  A nocturnal parasitic wasp of noctuid moth larvae, often coming to light. Rarely offered for sale.

This weird wasp is a nice addition to any entomological reference collection, especially British insect collections. Also useful for educational purposes, fine art, and macro photography.

Format: Supplied Papered/unmounted requires relaxing and setting

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