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German Wasp

Vespula germanica

Least Concern

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).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Arthropods)

Class

Insecta (Insects)

Order

Hymenoptera (Ants, Bees & Wasps)

Species

Vespula germanica (German Wasp)

Names in Other Languages

German Deutsche Wespe

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of German Wasp?

The scientific name of German Wasp is Vespula germanica. It belongs to the genus Vespula.

What is the conservation status of German Wasp?

German Wasp (Vespula germanica) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does German Wasp live?

German Wasp 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 German Wasp belong to?

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

Is German Wasp endangered?

No, German Wasp (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 German Wasp belong to?

German Wasp (Vespula germanica) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of German Wasp?

The closest relatives of German Wasp in the genus Vespula include Common European Yellowjacket, Cuckoo Wasp, Red Wasp, Western yellowjacket.