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Deutsche Wespe

Vespula germanica

Least Concern

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Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests and tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas within the Neotropic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (Taiwan), Europe (6 countries), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (Argentina, Bolivia, Chile).

🇿🇦 South Africa 🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇮🇸 Iceland 🇨🇱 Chile 🇦🇷 Argentina 🇧🇴 Bolivia 🇺🇸 United States 🇦🇺 Australia 🇳🇿 New Zealand

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Gliederfüßer)

Class

Insecta (Insekten)

Order

Hymenoptera (Hautflügler)

Species

Vespula germanica (Deutsche Wespe)

Names in Other Languages

German Deutsche Wespe

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Deutsche Wespe?

The scientific name of Deutsche Wespe is Vespula germanica. It belongs to the genus Vespula.

What is the conservation status of Deutsche Wespe?

Deutsche Wespe (Vespula germanica) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Deutsche Wespe live?

Deutsche Wespe is found in Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (Taiwan), Europe (6 countries), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (Argentina, Bolivia, Chile).. Countries include Argentina, Australia, Belgium, Bolivia, Chile, Denmark, Iceland, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal.

What family does Deutsche Wespe belong to?

Deutsche Wespe (Vespula germanica) belongs to the genus Vespula, which is part of the taxonomic family Vespidae.

Is Deutsche Wespe endangered?

No, Deutsche Wespe (Vespula germanica) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Deutsche Wespe belong to?

Deutsche Wespe (Vespula germanica) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Deutsche Wespe?

The closest relatives of Deutsche Wespe in the genus Vespula include Gemeine Wespe, Rote Wespe, Western yellowjacket, Cuckoo Wasp.