What are these insects swarming just above my grass? - Ask Extension
I have wasp-looking insects that fly just above grass height in large numbers. They don't stop flying for me to get a real good look at them but they ...
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What are these insects swarming just above my grass? #271400
Asked August 19, 2015, 3:59 PM EDT
I have wasp-looking insects that fly just above grass height in large numbers. They don't stop flying for me to get a real good look at them but they are black or very dark blue with a rust-brown abdomen. They seem to be most prevalent in the morning. What are they and do they sting/bite?
Loudoun County Virginia
Expert Response
Most likely Scolia dubia, a parasite of Green June Beetles. Harmless to humans.
