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Wasp Collection (#8)

"Exploring the World of Wasps

Background imageWasp Collection: White and purple flowers on a New Year card

White and purple flowers on a New Year card
White and purple flowers with wasp on a New Year card. Date: circa 1890s

Background imageWasp Collection: Fairies with flower and insect on a Christmas card

Fairies with flower and insect on a Christmas card
Two fairies with a pink flower and an insect on a Christmas card. Date: circa 1890s

Background imageWasp Collection: Tachytes sp. Sand-loving wasp

Tachytes sp. Sand-loving wasp
Watercolour and ink from Drawings of Mandibulata Insects of India, Thomas Hardwicke Collection; 1821 Date: 1821

Background imageWasp Collection: A hive of wasps

A hive of wasps Source: The zoological miscellany: being descriptions of new or interesting animals by Leach, William Elford, 1790-1836. Published by Nodder, Richard P. illustrator, engraver. E

Background imageWasp Collection: The story of a cold chicken and a hot wasp

The story of a cold chicken and a hot wasp. Cartoon strip from Bonzos Annual, 1935 Date: 1935

Background imageWasp Collection: Three Butterflies Wasp 1646 Etching first state

Three Butterflies Wasp 1646 Etching first state
Artokoloro

Background imageWasp Collection: USA, Wyoming, Sublette County, a hornets nest hangs from a tree in the autumn

USA, Wyoming, Sublette County, a hornets nest hangs from a tree in the autumn
Usa, Wyoming, Sublette County, a hornets nest hangs from a tree in the autumn

Background imageWasp Collection: Black-And-Yellow Mud Dauber (Sceliphron coementarium) gathering mud balls for nest

Black-And-Yellow Mud Dauber (Sceliphron coementarium) gathering mud balls for nest building

Background imageWasp Collection: Yellow Jacket munching on Salmon

Yellow Jacket munching on Salmon

Background imageWasp Collection: European wasps in flight (Vespula germanica), Switzerland Insects in Flight, High

European wasps in flight (Vespula germanica), Switzerland Insects in Flight, High
European wasps in flight (Vespula germanica), Switzerland. Insect in Flight, High Speed Photographic Technique

Background imageWasp Collection: Picture No. 11806884

Picture No. 11806884
Ichneumon Wasp Ichneumon Wasp on leaf Klungkung Bali Indonesia Date:

Background imageWasp Collection: Picture No. 11806771

Picture No. 11806771
European Hornet detail of abdomen Galicia Spain. Date:

Background imageWasp Collection: Bees engraving 1884

Bees engraving 1884
Brehms Thierleben (Tierleben). Allgemeine Kunde des Thierreichs. Vierte Abtheilung - Wirbellofe Thiere. Leipzig Verlag, 1884

Background imageWasp Collection: Animal nest and homes engraving 1895

Animal nest and homes engraving 1895
Meyers Konversations-Lexikon. Ein Nachschlagewerk des allgemeinen Wissens, 5th edition 17 volumes Bibliographisches Institut - Leipzig 1895-1897

Background imageWasp Collection: Common Wasp (Vespula Vulgaris)

Common Wasp (Vespula Vulgaris)
Amtique illustration of a Common Wasp (Vespula Vulgaris)

Background imageWasp Collection: Wasp

Wasp

Background imageWasp Collection: Beewolves

Beewolves (genus Philanthus), also known as bee-hunters or bee-killer wasps

Background imageWasp Collection: Working bee

Working bee
Illustration of a Working bee

Background imageWasp Collection: Drone bee

Drone bee
Illustration of a Drone bee

Background imageWasp Collection: Wood wasp (Sirex juvencus)

Wood wasp (Sirex juvencus)

Background imageWasp Collection: Insects

Insects
Antique illustration of Insects

Background imageWasp Collection: Venus flytrap (Dionaea muscipula)

Venus flytrap (Dionaea muscipula)
illustration of a Venus flytrap (Dionaea muscipula)

Background imageWasp Collection: Common Wasp, Vespula vulgaris, perched on a green leaf, front view

Common Wasp, Vespula vulgaris, perched on a green leaf, front view

Background imageWasp Collection: Dorylus nigricans, African Driver Ants entering a wasps nest, front view

Dorylus nigricans, African Driver Ants entering a wasps nest, front view

Background imageWasp Collection: Cross-section diagram of abdomen of Wasp (Hymenoptera), including sting and venom sac, side view

Cross-section diagram of abdomen of Wasp (Hymenoptera), including sting and venom sac, side view

Background imageWasp Collection: Insect in flight, cross section diagram showing horizontal and vertical muscles

Insect in flight, cross section diagram showing horizontal and vertical muscles

Background imageWasp Collection: Wasps flying around nest

Wasps flying around nest

Background imageWasp Collection: Digital illustration showing spatial learning by digger and female wasps using pinecones to locate b

Digital illustration showing spatial learning by digger and female wasps using pinecones to locate b

Background imageWasp Collection: Cross section illustration of wasp carrying weevil into burrow

Cross section illustration of wasp carrying weevil into burrow

Background imageWasp Collection: Illustration of wasps on nest

Illustration of wasps on nest

Background imageWasp Collection: Cross section illustration of Mud Dauber (Sceliphron caementarium)

Cross section illustration of Mud Dauber (Sceliphron caementarium) at entrance to underground nest as larvae feed on siders inside

Background imageWasp Collection: Black and white illustration of three saucers showing how different types of food attract

Black and white illustration of three saucers showing how different types of food attract different insects

Background imageWasp Collection: Picture No. 11671494

Picture No. 11671494
Lobed Argiope / Wasp Sider on web with prey. Date:

Background imageWasp Collection: Picture No. 11671493

Picture No. 11671493
Lobed Argiope / Wasp Sider on web with prey. Date:

Background imageWasp Collection: Picture No. 11671492

Picture No. 11671492
Lobed Argiope / Wasp Sider on web with prey. Date:

Background imageWasp Collection: Picture No. 11671406

Picture No. 11671406
Wasp Sider in the middle of its giant web. Date:

Background imageWasp Collection: Picture No. 11671373

Picture No. 11671373
Lobed Argiope/ Wasp Sider on its giant web with prey. Date:

Background imageWasp Collection: A single Seabee logo built into a stained-glass window

A single Seabee logo built into a stained-glass window
August 27, 2006 - A single Seabee logo was built into a stained-glass window for future service members to admire at Al Asad, Iraq. Seabees are known for identifying their work

Background imageWasp Collection: Still Life with a Bowl of Citrons, c. 1640 (tempera on vellum)

Still Life with a Bowl of Citrons, c. 1640 (tempera on vellum)
XOS996672 Still Life with a Bowl of Citrons, c.1640 (tempera on vellum) by Garzoni, Giovanna (1600-70); 27.6x35.6 cm; J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles, USA; Italian, out of copyright

Background imageWasp Collection: Still Life With Birds and Insects, 1713 (oil on canvas)

Still Life With Birds and Insects, 1713 (oil on canvas)
XIR91019 Still Life With Birds and Insects, 1713 (oil on canvas) by Oudry, Jean-Baptiste (1686-1755); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Marseille

Background imageWasp Collection: A Study of Insects (oil on panel)

A Study of Insects (oil on panel)
BAL152422 A Study of Insects (oil on panel) by Brueghel, Jan the Younger (1601-78); 10.2x16.8 cm; Private Collection; Johnny Van Haeften Ltd. London; Flemish, out of copyright

Background imageWasp Collection: Witches Scene, 1640-50 (oil on panel)

Witches Scene, 1640-50 (oil on panel)
XKH152612 Witches Scene, 1640-50 (oil on panel) by Teniers, David the Younger (1610-90); 64.2x48.5 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg, Germany; Flemish, out of copyright

Background imageWasp Collection: Wasp, August 5, 1892, Wasp (Sloop), Yachts, 1892

Wasp, August 5, 1892, Wasp (Sloop), Yachts, 1892

Background imageWasp Collection: Jessica, Corinthian Yacht Club, Jessica (Yacht), Yachts, Yacht clubs, Regattas, 1891

Jessica, Corinthian Yacht Club, Jessica (Yacht), Yachts, Yacht clubs, Regattas, 1891

Background imageWasp Collection: Wasp, June 11, 1892, Wasp (Sloop), Yachts, Regattas, 1892

Wasp, June 11, 1892, Wasp (Sloop), Yachts, Regattas, 1892

Background imageWasp Collection: Wasp, Wasp (Sloop), Yachts, 1892

Wasp, Wasp (Sloop), Yachts, 1892

Background imageWasp Collection: Aerial Yellowjackets at paper nest (Vespinae) (Hymenoptera) Yasuni National Park

Aerial Yellowjackets at paper nest (Vespinae) (Hymenoptera) Yasuni National Park, Amazon Rainforest, ECUADOR. South America

Background imageWasp Collection: Giant Owl Butterfly Caterpillar (Caligo memnon) Eggs laid on neck area by parasitic wasp

Giant Owl Butterfly Caterpillar (Caligo memnon) Eggs laid on neck area by parasitic wasp, Yasuni National Park, Amazon Rainforest, ECUADOR. South America




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"Exploring the World of Wasps: From Royal Navy Helicopters to Fascinating Insect Interactions" Royal Navy helicopters photographed off Portland showcase their might and precision, reminding us of the incredible capabilities these machines possess. Bonzo's Latest: This Week's Studdy reveals an intriguing study on wasps, shedding light on their behavior and characteristics that continue to captivate researchers worldwide. The Wolseley Wasp takes us back in time, a classic automobile that once roamed the streets with elegance and style. Witnessing a parasitic wasp laying eggs in a hoverfly larva in the UK reminds us of nature's intricate web of life and its astonishing survival strategies. The iconic Catalina Flying Boat soars through the skies, showcasing its grace and power as it transports passengers across vast distances. Pratt & Whitney R-2800 Double Wasp radials demonstrate engineering excellence, powering aircraft with efficiency and reliability for decades. A close-up view of the Tarantula Hawk (Pepsis heros) leaves us both fascinated and awestruck by this formidable predator's beauty and strength. Two frogs sharing a greetings card moment with an insect highlights nature's harmonious coexistence between different species within our ecosystem. Marvel at the intricacy of a wasp nest captured in Picture No. 10767490 – an architectural masterpiece built by industrious insects working together for their common goal. Behold. The Common Mud-Dauber Wasp exhibits remarkable maternal instincts as she closes a cell containing her precious eggs alongside paralyzed spiders serving as nourishment for her offspring. The Pompilid Spider Wasp C018/4316 showcases its hunting prowess, leaving no doubt about its ability to capture prey efficiently while ensuring survival for itself or future generations.