New Potter Wasp Species Discovered
- Entomologists have recently identified a new species of potter wasp, Pseumenes siangensis, in the Upper Siang region of Arunachal Pradesh.
- Prior to this, India had only documented one species from the genus Pseumenes, making this finding a significant addition to the country’s wasp diversity.
- Measuring approximately 30.2 mm in length, Pseumenes siangensis possesses unique morphological features and color patterns that distinguish it from other species.
- The genus Pseumenes is part of the subfamily Eumeninae, commonly referred to as potter wasps, which are primarily found in the Oriental region.
- Potter wasps are recognized for building small, pot-like mud structures that serve as nests for their ....
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