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Wasp Beetle

Wasp Beetle

Clytus arietis

A distinctive longhorn beetle species found in Europe, characterized by its striking wasp-mimicking coloration and pattern

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Wasp Beetle
Wasp Beetle
Wasp Beetle
Wasp Beetle
Wasp Beetle
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Ecology & Habitat

Habitat

Deciduous woodland environments, particularly areas with dead or decaying hardwood trees like oak, beech, and maple

Ecological Role

Important decomposer and wood-recycling species, contributing to forest ecosystem nutrient cycling and serving as prey for various predators

Morphology

  • SKIN COAT Black and yellow banded exoskeleton mimicking wasp coloration for predator defense
  • LIMBS WINGS Six legs with robust walking capability, two pairs of wings with protective elytra
  • HEAD SENSORY Large compound eyes, prominent antennae for chemical and tactile sensing
  • BODY STRUCTURE Slender beetle, approximately 10-15 mm in length, with elongated body typical of Cerambycidae family
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