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Sand Wasp Masterclass

Whistling Joe
30/07/2020 10:50

I filmed this little Sand Wasp for so long yesterday along Digger Alley the camera overheated and shut down!  I've sliced & diced all the footage into a 4 minute film on her work digging, stocking, closing and hiding her burrow.  Just the one pic to set the stage

And here's the video.  4 minutes of it, but I think it's worth the time :-)

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  • 30/07/2020 11:37
    It certainly is worth the time. What amazing footage.
    The strength of that little creature dragging the large grub down the hole is extraordinary. Plenty of food to keep her offspring well fed.
    Well done, a terrific video into the life of this little wasp

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    Tony

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  • 30/07/2020 14:00

    They are phenomenal little creatures.  This was actually her second attempt at a hole.  Initially she dug a hole the other side of the bush, closing the door whilst she went off hunting.  Returning with the caterpillar, she found it impossible to get down the hole.  A few half-hearted attempts to enlarge it, then she gave up and hid the prey before starting the hole you've already seen.  You can clearly see how she gathers up an armful of sand and drops it away from the hole.  Far different to the Beewolf or Pantaloon digging method

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  • 30/07/2020 20:56
    Amazing to watch, these insects continue to prove life beneath our feet is so interesting, thanks WJ for your patience.

    Lot to learn

  • 31/07/2020 15:23
    Completely fascinating viewing!

     

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