Gotra sp. (genus)

Unidentified Gotra ichneumon wasp at Surf Beach, NSW

Gotra sp. (genus) at Surf Beach, NSW - 14 May 2023
Gotra sp. (genus) at Surf Beach, NSW - 14 May 2023
Gotra sp. (genus) at Surf Beach, NSW - 14 May 2023
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Gotra sp. (genus) 19 May 2023 GrahamH
Gotra sp. (genus) 14 May 2023 Hejor1

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GrahamH wrote:
   19 May 2023
There at least 8 Gotra species in Australia, and are commonly called the black and white ichneumon wasps in reference to the markings on the antennae. These wasps are parasites on the pupae of various moths and some species parasitize the egg sacs of spiders.

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