solitary wasp
"Solitary wasps" are individualistic insects known for their unique nesting habits and beneficial roles in ecosystems.
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Definition
B2Entomology
(scientific)A type of wasp where each female builds and maintains her own nest independently, often in the ground or in cavities.
Example
- The solitary wasp laid her eggs in a small hole she had dug in the garden.
- Unlike social wasps, the solitary wasp does not form large colonies.
B2Biology
(scientific)An insect that paralyzes prey to feed its larvae and does not form communal nests.
Example
- Solitary wasps are important for controlling pest populations in gardens.
- Despite their fierce appearance, solitary wasps are generally not aggressive towards humans.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "solitary wasp":
social waspsand waspmason waspwarrior waspcicada killerstingless bee