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Habitat
Adults: terrestrial
Immatures: terrestrial
Feeding Habits
Adults: nectar and pollen feeding
Immatures: parasitic
Size: 2 to 12 mm
Flight : strong flier
North American Species: 231
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Hymenoptera Chrysididae
cuckoo wasps
Front Wings: membranous
Hind Wings: membranous
Mouthparts: chewing
Antenna Length: shorter than body
Antenna Shape: straight
Front Legs: unmodified
Hind Legs: unmodified
Special Characteristics:
Cuckoo wasps have a coarsely sculpted, metallic green, blue or red body. The abdomen is hollowed out on the ventral surface and is usually curled under in dead specimens.
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