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Ichneumon wasp
On a hand, in the rain, Summer 2026

Ichneumon wasp

Likely Amblyteles armatorius

A black and yellow ichneumon wasp that landed on a hand during a shower and stayed for a photo. Harmless to people.

More to follow.

Common name
Ichneumon wasp
Section
Wildlife & habitats
Spot
Garden
Soil
Nectar for the adults; the young have other arrangements
From
Wild visitors, 7 Oct 2026
Age
tbc
Next repot
Never
Edible
❌ No.
Garden-centre price
Paid in caterpillars
Did you know?

Its young grow up inside moth caterpillars. The caterpillar does not come out of it well.

Care & updates

  1. Observation

    Added to the catalogue. Photo from summer 2026.

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Mega Drive moment Alien 3 (Mega Drive)

The young develop inside a host.

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