Cyphononyx optimus explained

Cyphononyx optimus is a species of spider wasps in the family Pompilidae.^[1]

Description

C. optimus can reach a length around 50mm. The body is completely black, with black antennae. The wings are black, too, with bluish reflections. Legs are yellowish.^[2]

Females of this genus hunt and paralyse large spiders, mainly Palystes species.^[2]

Distribution and habitat

This species can be found in subtropical forests, savanna, and bushveld of Ethiopia, Kenya, Uganda, South Africa, and Zimbabwe.^{[1] [3] [2]}

References

• Picker, M., Griffiths, C & Weaving, A. 2002. Field Guide to Insects of South Africa. Struik Publishers, Cape Town

Notes and References

1. http://www.catalogueoflife.org/col/details/species/id/15541070 Catalogue of life
2. Mike Picker, Charles Griffiths, Alan Weaving Field Guide to Insects of South Africa
3. http://www.waspweb.org/Vespoidea/Pompilidae/Pepsinae/Cyphononyx/Cyphononyx_optimus.htm Wasp Web