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28 October 2023

Yellow paper-wasp (Polistes olivaceus) or Tattaiyas is known for its intriguingly vivid yellow coloration, an uncommon characteristic among wasp species. Their unique thermal regulatory system allows them to thrive in varying climates. Yellow paper wasps contribute significantly to the ecosystem through their role as pollinators and as prey on certain insect pests. Moreover, their complex social structures showcase some of the animal kingdom's most fascinating manifestations of cooperative behavior. They are about 18 to 25mm long wasps that gather fibers from dead wood and plant stems, which they mix with saliva, and use to construct water-resistant nests made of gray or brown papery material. Paper wasps are also sometimes called umbrella wasps, due to the distinctive design of their nests. The Yellow paper-wasp bites humans actively and has special defensive behaviors that can trigger toxic reactions or allergic reactions. If there are serious reactions, seek immediate medical attention. This photo was taken at Tehatta, West Bengal; India on 28/10/2023.

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#10712786

28 October 2023

Yellow paper-wasp (Polistes olivaceus) or Tattaiyas is known for its intriguingly vivid yellow coloration, an uncommon characteristic among wasp species. Their unique thermal regulatory system allows them to thrive in varying climates. Yellow paper wasps contribute significantly to the ecosystem through their role as pollinators and as prey on certain insect pests. Moreover, their complex social structures showcase some of the animal kingdom's most fascinating manifestations of cooperative behavior. They are about 18 to 25mm long wasps that gather fibers from dead wood and plant stems, which they mix with saliva, and use to construct water-resistant nests made of gray or brown papery material. Paper wasps are also sometimes called umbrella wasps, due to the distinctive design of their nests. The Yellow paper-wasp bites humans actively and has special defensive behaviors that can trigger toxic reactions or allergic reactions. If there are serious reactions, seek immediate medical attention. This photo was taken at Tehatta, West Bengal; India on 28/10/2023.

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#10712788

28 October 2023

Yellow paper-wasp (Polistes olivaceus) or Tattaiyas is known for its intriguingly vivid yellow coloration, an uncommon characteristic among wasp species. Their unique thermal regulatory system allows them to thrive in varying climates. Yellow paper wasps contribute significantly to the ecosystem through their role as pollinators and as prey on certain insect pests. Moreover, their complex social structures showcase some of the animal kingdom's most fascinating manifestations of cooperative behavior. They are about 18 to 25mm long wasps that gather fibers from dead wood and plant stems, which they mix with saliva, and use to construct water-resistant nests made of gray or brown papery material. Paper wasps are also sometimes called umbrella wasps, due to the distinctive design of their nests. The Yellow paper-wasp bites humans actively and has special defensive behaviors that can trigger toxic reactions or allergic reactions. If there are serious reactions, seek immediate medical attention. This photo was taken at Tehatta, West Bengal; India on 28/10/2023.

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27 September 2023

Detroit Lions wide receiver Kalif Raymond (11) is tackled by Atlanta Falcons safety Jessie Bates III (3) during the first half of an NFL football game in Detroit, Michigan USA, on Sunday, September 24, 2023

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24 September 2023

Atlanta Falcons safety Jessie Bates III (3) celebrates and interception with teammate Atlanta Falcons cornerback Tre Flowers (33) during an NFL football game between the Detroit Lions and the Atlanta Falcons in Detroit, Michigan USA, on Sunday, September 24, 2023.

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#9793458

23 March 2023

Huntsman spiders (Heteropoda venatoria) are a species of big spiders in the family Sparassidae found in warm and tropical areas of Australasia, Africa, Asia, the Mediterranean Basin, and the Americas. The spiders are known by this name because of their speed and mode of hunting. It is native to the tropical regions of the world. Its common names include giant crab spider or cane spider. They use venom to immobilize prey and are known to inflict serious defensive bites on humans. The female Huntsman produces a flat, oval egg sac of white papery silk, and lays up to 200 eggs. During this period the female can be quite aggressive and will rear up in a defensive display if provoked. Huntsman spider bites can cause nausea, headaches, vomiting, irregular pulse rate, and sometimes even heart palpitations. A female Huntsman spider carries its egg sac under its body in a corner of the house in the evening at Tehatta, West Bengal; India on 23/03/2023.

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#9061340

23 October 2022

Colonel Michal Malyska, the Commander of the 3rd Subcarpathian Territorial Defense Brigade from Rzeszow is seen during the military competition 'Recon Clash-22' in the Bieszczady Mountains, Poland on October 15, 2022. Military teams of 12 soldiers from Poland, Estonia and USA took part in military competitions, where during 5 days the teams covered about 130 kilometers on foot in difficult mountainous terrain, testing their skills in various ranges of combat tactical training. On Saturday, October 15, 2022, in Solina, Subcarpathian Voivodeship, Poland.

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#9061322

23 October 2022

Lieutenant General Wiesław Kukula is seen during the military competition 'Recon Clash-22' in the Bieszczady Mountains, Poland on October 15, 2022. Military teams of 12 soldiers from Poland, Estonia and USA took part in military competitions, where during 5 days the teams covered about 130 kilometers on foot in difficult mountainous terrain, testing their skills in various ranges of combat tactical training. On Saturday, October 15, 2022, in Solina, Subcarpathian Voivodeship, Poland.

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#9061308

23 October 2022

Lieutenant General Wiesław Kukula is seen during the military competition 'Recon Clash-22' in the Bieszczady Mountains, Poland on October 15, 2022. Military teams of 12 soldiers from Poland, Estonia and USA took part in military competitions, where during 5 days the teams covered about 130 kilometers on foot in difficult mountainous terrain, testing their skills in various ranges of combat tactical training. On Saturday, October 15, 2022, in Solina, Subcarpathian Voivodeship, Poland.

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#9061314

23 October 2022

Lieutenant General Wiesław Kukula is seen during the military competition 'Recon Clash-22' in the Bieszczady Mountains, Poland on October 15, 2022. Military teams of 12 soldiers from Poland, Estonia and USA took part in military competitions, where during 5 days the teams covered about 130 kilometers on foot in difficult mountainous terrain, testing their skills in various ranges of combat tactical training. On Saturday, October 15, 2022, in Solina, Subcarpathian Voivodeship, Poland.

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#9061218

23 October 2022

Soldiers of the 9th Lodz Territorial Defense Brigade seen in action during the military competition 'Recon Clash-22' in the Bieszczady Mountains, Poland on October 15, 2022. Military teams of 12 soldiers from Poland, Estonia and USA took part in military competitions, where during 5 days the teams covered about 130 kilometers on foot in difficult mountainous terrain, testing their skills in various ranges of combat tactical training. On Saturday, October 15, 2022, in Solina, Subcarpathian Voivodeship, Poland.

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#9061214

23 October 2022

Soldiers of the 9th Lodz Territorial Defense Brigade seen in action during the military competition 'Recon Clash-22' in the Bieszczady Mountains, Poland on October 15, 2022. Military teams of 12 soldiers from Poland, Estonia and USA took part in military competitions, where during 5 days the teams covered about 130 kilometers on foot in difficult mountainous terrain, testing their skills in various ranges of combat tactical training. On Saturday, October 15, 2022, in Solina, Subcarpathian Voivodeship, Poland.

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#9061210

23 October 2022

Soldiers of the 9th Lodz Territorial Defense Brigade seen in action during the military competition 'Recon Clash-22' in the Bieszczady Mountains, Poland on October 15, 2022. Military teams of 12 soldiers from Poland, Estonia and USA took part in military competitions, where during 5 days the teams covered about 130 kilometers on foot in difficult mountainous terrain, testing their skills in various ranges of combat tactical training. On Saturday, October 15, 2022, in Solina, Subcarpathian Voivodeship, Poland.

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#9061198

23 October 2022

Soldiers of the 9th Lodz Territorial Defense Brigade seen in action during the military competition 'Recon Clash-22' in the Bieszczady Mountains, Poland on October 15, 2022. Military teams of 12 soldiers from Poland, Estonia and USA took part in military competitions, where during 5 days the teams covered about 130 kilometers on foot in difficult mountainous terrain, testing their skills in various ranges of combat tactical training. On Saturday, October 15, 2022, in Solina, Subcarpathian Voivodeship, Poland.

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#9061202

23 October 2022

Soldiers of the 9th Lodz Territorial Defense Brigade seen in action during the military competition 'Recon Clash-22' in the Bieszczady Mountains, Poland on October 15, 2022. Military teams of 12 soldiers from Poland, Estonia and USA took part in military competitions, where during 5 days the teams covered about 130 kilometers on foot in difficult mountainous terrain, testing their skills in various ranges of combat tactical training. On Saturday, October 15, 2022, in Solina, Subcarpathian Voivodeship, Poland.

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#9061194

23 October 2022

Soldiers of the 9th Lodz Territorial Defense Brigade seen in action during the military competition 'Recon Clash-22' in the Bieszczady Mountains, Poland on October 15, 2022. Military teams of 12 soldiers from Poland, Estonia and USA took part in military competitions, where during 5 days the teams covered about 130 kilometers on foot in difficult mountainous terrain, testing their skills in various ranges of combat tactical training. On Saturday, October 15, 2022, in Solina, Subcarpathian Voivodeship, Poland.

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