ジガバチ
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Meanings
1
usually written using kana alone
Specifically refers to the species Ammophila sabulosa, a type of solitary wasp.
The red-banded sand wasp builds its nest in sandy soil.
2
thread-waisted wasp; digger wasp; mud dauber
usually written using kana alone
Broadly refers to any wasp of the family Sphecidae, including digger wasps and mud daubers. In everyday use, ジガバチ often points to this wider group.
Some thread-waisted wasps build nests out of mud.