Auplopus architectus

Auplopus architectus is a species of spider wasp of the family Pompilidae.^[1][2]

Auplopus architectus
Scientific classification
Kingdom:	Animalia
Phylum:	Arthropoda
Class:	Insecta
Order:	Hymenoptera
Family:	Pompilidae
Genus:	Auplopus
Species:	A. architectus
Binomial name
Auplopus architectus Say, 1832

Description

Auplopus architectus are small to medium sized wasps, with females as long as ⁠1+1/2⁠ in. The exoskeleton is iridescent, especially within the subspecies A. a. metallicus. The head is black and the wings are usually amber in color.^[1]

Habitat

Mostly wooded areas. Found often near old buildings, but in the wild, nests are built in rock crevasses. In civilized areas, they are found near old buildings. Nests are built in cracks of such buildings. They will nest in other cavities, such as at the back of pipes.^[3][1]

Behavior

This species is often nervous (energetic), and always on the lookout for prey. If they get into buildings, they are seen at windows with lots of sun.

Nests

Nests are barrel shaped capsules, made of mud.^[4]

Geographic range

Separate populations in California, the Northeastern U.S., and Arkansas.^[1]