Nesting Wasps
Paper Wasp & Nest
Identification
The abdomens of wasps appear smooth and bullet-shaped. They have dark colored wings, usually ranging from dark amber to black, that are folded lengthwise, making the wings appear smaller than they really are.
Their nests are made of a paper-like material, which is a mixture of wood and salivary secretions of the female wasps.
Detection
When a nest is seen, a problem has occurred. Nesting Wasps may have colonies in the hundreds or thousands of individuals.
Impact
They build their nests around human establishments, and many people are allergic to wasp stings. Due to their defensive nature, Nesting Wasps are easily provoked to sting when their nest is disturbed.
Prevention
Preventing a wasp problem is difficult, but for outdoor summertime events, it is important to eliminate their food sources. The following steps will help:
Solution
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