Ancient wasp snatched prey like Venus flytrap, scientists say
"I've seen a lot of strange insects, but this has to be one of the most peculiar-looking ones I've seen in a while," said one ...
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Researchers Amazed To Find 99-Million-Year-Old Dangerous Wasp 'Weaponized Bumbag' Trapped in Amber
The wasp Sirenobethylus charybdis proves that nature’s creativity in predation and survival strategies has been at play for ...
This Ancient Wasp Had a Freaky Belly That Snapped Shut to Trap Victims
The recently discovered Sirenobethylus charybdis has features not seen in any known insect living today, researchers say.
This ancient ‘Venus fly-trap’ wasp used its butt to kill
However, the hind wings aren’t its only striking features. S. charybdis appears to have evolved a unique, three-flapped ...
Bizarre creature preserved in 99 million-year-old amber was ‘beyond imagination,’ scientists say
A parasitic wasp that flew among dinosaurs had a Venus flytrap-like contraption on its abdomen that likely allowed it to ...
Ancient parasitic 'Venus flytrap' wasp found preserved in amber
An extinct species of parasitic wasp dating back nearly 99 million years was found preserved in amber, according to ...
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Ancient, Parasitic Wasp Used Its Rear End Like a Venus Flytrap to Catch Insects and Lay Its Eggs on Them, Study Suggests
Researchers named the parasitic creature Sirenobethylus charybdis —both after the sirens of Greek mythology that lured in ...
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Does This Weird (But Clever) Trick Really Keep Wasps Away From Your Porch?
Some say fake wasp nests are the secret to a sting-free summer. Others say it’s all buzz. Here’s what actually happens when ...
Wasp teams up with Cutty Ranks on ‘Top Shottaz’
Dancehall artiste Wasp has teamed up with the legendary Cutty Ranks for a combination single called 'Top Shottaz' which has ...
Check out this ancient wasp with a flytrap for a bottom
Scientists have identified a new species of wasp trapped in amber for 99-million years and a remarkable bottom!
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Bizarre creature preserved in 99 million-year-old amber was ‘beyond imagination,’ scientists say
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