All you need to know about this diverse group of solitary-hunting wasps
Where are spider wasps found?
Spider wasps are found worldwide, with majority of species concentrated in the tropics.
What do spider wasps eat?
Spider wasps are specialised to capture spiders.
How many species of spiders wasps are there?
Over 5000 species of spider wasps are found worldwide.
About the Authors
Femi Ezhuthupallickal Benny
Femi is a PhD student at University College London (UCL), working on the ecology and behavior of Asian giant hornets. Passionate about insects, especially wasps, she loves fieldwork in underexplored places, studying how insects interact with their environment and discovering new species while at it!
