Found this nest or cocoon hidden in the leaves of my Pentas. It is August here and I would like to know what insect built it and what to expect is inside it. Please advise.
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This is the 'nest' of a wasp known as a mason or potter wasp. I contains a wasp larva along with paralyzed insects or spiders that the larva feeds upon - http://polinizador.wordpress.com/2011/04/12/potter-wasps-and-mason-wasps/
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