Genus Sceliphron (Noun)
Meaning
Mud daubers.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Mud daubers in the genus Sceliphron are solitary wasps known for their unique method of building their nests from mud.
- The genus Sceliphron includes species commonly referred to as 'mud daubers' or 'mud wasps', and are easily identified by their slender bodies.
- These wasps from the genus Sceliphron usually prey on flies, spiders, and other small arthropods.
- Most species in the genus Sceliphron have striking metallic colors that range from bright blues and greens to brassy yellows.
- In some parts of the world, wasps in the genus Sceliphron are considered to be beneficial, as they are voracious predators and can be an effective form of pest control.