Easily
recognisable by its large size measuring about 30-40 milimetres. They have a
reddish brown body, large black compound eyes and Short antennae that is about
the same length as the thorax and are the most common potter wasp in Saudi
Arabia. The abdomen is mostly black with slender long waists. When these wasps
are relaxed will keep their wings folded which have black tips. The mandibles
are crossed when not in use. The female builds a multi-chamber nest where she
will provide each egg with a paralyzed caterpillar, so when they hatch they
have plenty of food. Females often seen feeding on the blossoms of the acacia
trees or catching caterpillars. They build ceramic nest out of sand or mud
mixed with their saliva which are often seen on walls or rocks. Active during
the day and early evening.
