Prionyx canadensis is a species of thread-waisted wasp in the family Sphecidae. This species can be identified by the lack of silvery hairs on the female's thorax, as present in P. parkeri and P. thomae.
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Is it venomous or poisonous?
We have no record of Prionyx canadensis being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.
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Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hymenoptera
- Family
- Sphecidae
- Genus
- Prionyx
- Species
- Prionyx canadensis
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