CLOSED: Black Ant-like Fly w/ hatchet-like tail

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antman1029 Alvin, TX Jul 12, 2010

what family of bugs is this and it's scientific term and lament term

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suunto Sinks Grove, WV Jul 12, 2010

To repeat, this is an ensign wasp (Hymenoptera: Evaniidae). They are beneficial in that they parasitize the egg capsules of cockroaches - see http://tinyurl.com/26mw4xx for more detailed information.

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antman1029 Alvin, TX Jul 12, 2010

Can these ensign wasps sting or bite?

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suunto Sinks Grove, WV Jul 12, 2010

No; they lack venom of any kind. They are completely harmless to humans.

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antman1029 Alvin, TX Jul 12, 2010

Thanks for all your help Suunto

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