Western yellowjacket

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Distributed across Sweden and United States.

🇸🇪 Sweden 🇺🇸 United States

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Gliederfüßer)

Class

Insecta (Insekten)

Order

Hymenoptera (Hautflügler)

Family

Vespidae

Genus

Vespula

Species

Vespula pensylvanica (Western yellowjacket)

Similar Species in Vespula

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Deutsche Wespe

Vespula germanica

Least Concern

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Gemeine Wespe

Vespula vulgaris

Least Concern

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Rote Wespe

Vespula rufa

Least Concern

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Cuckoo Wasp

Vespula austriaca

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Western yellowjacket?

The scientific name of Western yellowjacket is Vespula pensylvanica. It belongs to the genus Vespula.

Where does Western yellowjacket live?

Western yellowjacket is found in Distributed across Sweden and United States.. Countries include Sweden, United States.

What family does Western yellowjacket belong to?

Western yellowjacket (Vespula pensylvanica) belongs to the genus Vespula, which is part of the taxonomic family Vespidae.

What kingdom does Western yellowjacket belong to?

Western yellowjacket (Vespula pensylvanica) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Western yellowjacket?

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