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Giant woodwasp

Urocerus gigas

Least Concern
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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Widely distributed across Asia (China), Europe (7 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Chile).

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇨🇳 China 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇷 France 🇨🇱 Chile 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇺🇸 United States 🇳🇱 Netherlands

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Names in Other Languages

German Riesenholzwespe

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Giant woodwasp?
The scientific name of Giant woodwasp is Urocerus gigas. It belongs to the genus Urocerus.
What is the conservation status of Giant woodwasp?
Giant woodwasp (Urocerus gigas) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Giant woodwasp live?
Giant woodwasp is found in Widely distributed across Asia (China), Europe (7 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Chile).. Countries include Belgium, Chile, China, Denmark, France, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, United Kingdom, United States.
What family does Giant woodwasp belong to?
Giant woodwasp (Urocerus gigas) belongs to the genus Urocerus, which is part of the taxonomic family Siricidae.
Is Giant woodwasp endangered?
No, Giant woodwasp (Urocerus gigas) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Giant woodwasp belong to?
Giant woodwasp (Urocerus gigas) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (प्राणी).

Native Range — 10 Countries

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Genus Urocerus — 1 Species

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