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Family Sphecidae

Description:

The family Sphecidae is a diverse group of solitary wasps belonging to the order Hymenoptera. Commonly known as digger wasps or thread-waisted wasps, they are known for their unique nesting behavior and the provisioning of their larvae with paralyzed prey.

Senses:

Noun:

1. A family of solitary wasps in the order Hymenoptera, commonly known as digger wasps or thread-waisted wasps.

Sample Sentences:

1. The family Sphecidae includes a wide range of species with various nesting habits.

2. Digger wasps, which belong to the family Sphecidae, construct intricate tunnels as nests.

3. Thread-waisted wasps, a type of Sphecidae, are known for their distinctive thin waists.

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