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Polistes (Polistes) chinensis

Asian paper wasp at Jerrabomberra, NSW

Polistes (Polistes) chinensis at Jerrabomberra, NSW - suppressed
Polistes (Polistes) chinensis at Jerrabomberra, NSW - suppressed
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Identification history

Polistes (Polistes) chinensis 4 Feb 2022 MichaelBedingfield
Unidentified 4 Feb 2022 Tmac

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This is the best shots I could get. It was passive, but alone. Went from grass to mallow, to grass, not staying still, but trying to go away from me. Is this the dreaded asian paper wasp? Or could it be something that looks similar Thanks in advance.

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  • grass, mallow Associated plant
  • 5mm to 12mm Animal size

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