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Französische Feldwespe

Polistes dominula

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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Europe (5 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Chile).

🇿🇦 South Africa 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇨🇱 Chile 🇺🇸 United States

Full Taxonomy

Animalia (Tier)

Arthropoda (Gliederfüßer)

Insecta (Insekten)

Hymenoptera (Hautflügler)

Species

Polistes dominula (Französische Feldwespe)

Names in Other Languages

German Französische Feldwespe

Similar Species in Polistes

Polistes gallicus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Französische Feldwespe?

The scientific name of Französische Feldwespe is Polistes dominula. It belongs to the genus Polistes.

Where does Französische Feldwespe live?

Französische Feldwespe is found in Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Europe (5 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Chile).. Countries include Belgium, Chile, Denmark, Norway, Portugal, South Africa, Sweden, United States.

What family does Französische Feldwespe belong to?

Französische Feldwespe (Polistes dominula) belongs to the genus Polistes, which is part of the taxonomic family Eumenidae.

What kingdom does Französische Feldwespe belong to?

Französische Feldwespe (Polistes dominula) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Französische Feldwespe?

The closest relatives of Französische Feldwespe in the genus Polistes include Paper wasp.

Native Range — 8 Countries

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Genus Polistes — 2 Species

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Französische Feldwespe

Polistes dominula

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Polistes gallicus

Data verified März 2026

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