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Yellow-legged Ophion

Ophion scutellaris

About Yellow-legged Ophion

A large orange-brown ichneumon wasp commonly attracted to light at night. Parasitizes large moth caterpillars. Has a laterally compressed, blade-like abdomen.

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Did You Know?

One of the most commonly reported ichneumon wasps in houses, drawn to lights on summer evenings.

Distribution

Where Yellow-legged Ophion can be found

Seasonal Activity

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Peak activity Moderate Low / dormant
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APA:
Orbitrock. (2026). Yellow-legged Ophion (Ophion scutellaris). Retrieved from https://orbitrock.com/insect/yellow-legged-ophion

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"Yellow-legged Ophion." Orbitrock, https://orbitrock.com/insect/yellow-legged-ophion.