Field Digger Wasp - Mellinus arvensis
Description
Length: 12mm. This is a fairly large and elongate digger wasp. The first two yellow bands on the abdomen are usually strongly marked. There is a yellow line across the front of the thorax and a yellow dot at the rear.
Identification difficulty

Habitat
Sandy localities, frequently coastal.
When to see it
June to September.
Life History
This wasp stocks its nest chamber with adult Diptera for the larvae to feed on. Muscidae, Syrphidae and Tabanidae are the preferred choices.
UK Status
Common and widespread.
VC55 Status
Status in Leicestershire and Rutland not known.
Further Information
http://www.bwars.com/index.php?q=wasp/crabronidae/mellininae/mellinus-arvensis
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