Ammophila sp., Sphecid wasp

Swan Coastal Plain, Perth, Western Australia

These wasps are very numerous around Perth in the the warmer parts of the year. They can be seen flying low to the ground scanning for insect or spider prey to feed its developing larvae. They can also be found on nectar providing shrubs and trees.

Photographed for the Meet Your Neighbours international nature photography project in Perth, Western Australia.

Canon EOS 7D with Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX DG Macro lens; 1/250s at f/16 ISO 250, flash fired: from hand.