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Cicada Killer Wasps

Cicada Killer Wasps swarm low over the ground while hunting for Cicada coming out of hibernation.  The males cannot sting and the females usually do not sting unless disturbed.  You might want to leave them alone unless you are concerned about pets or children as they will eat the newly hatched larva of the Cicada.

 

 

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Cicada Killer Wasps (OSU)