Wasp July 2008-1

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: This English Wikipedia featured picture is fairly large and has an aspect ratio of approximately 4:3 or 5:4, making it suitable as a computer wallpaper. See the gallery of such images, or the gallery of widescreen images. : Valued image This image has been assessed under the valued image criteria and is considered the most valued image on Commons within the scope: Sand Wasp (Bembix rostrata). You can see its nomination here. Camera location37° 51′ 34″ N, 8° 47′ 37″ W View all coordinates using: OpenStreetMap 37.859444; -8.793611. Description: English: A female Sand Wasp (Bembix oculata) in a sandy habitat. Notice the comb in the front legs, used to dig and cover the holes in the ground. Français : Bembicinée (Bembix oculata) femelle. Ces hyménoptères proches des guêpes vivent dans des habitats sablonneux. Noter les peignes sur les pattes avant qui permettent a l'animal de creuser des trous dans le sable et d'en fermer l'entrée. Русский: Самка роющей осы Bembix oculata. Date: July 2008. Source: Self-photographed. Author: Alvesgaspar.