Stinging Wasps : Hunting wasps categories: Natural Enemies Stinging Wasps revision date: 2022-10-26 03:08 Hunting wasp (Sphecidae) carrying caterpillar preyPhoto by: D.G. James Biology Hunting wasps are solitary and rarely sting. There are many species ranging in size from ½ to 1 ½ inches belonging to a number of families and each specializes in the […]
Stinging Wasps : Paper wasps categories: Natural Enemies Stinging Wasps revision date: 2022-10-26 11:23 Introduced European paper wasp, Polistes dominula (Vespidae)Photo by: D.G. James Biology Native paper wasps live in small groups of 6-20 in papery nests hanging from stalks under eaves or from branches in bushes and trees. These wasps search plants for caterpillars, […]
Stinging Wasps : Yellowjackets categories: Natural Enemies Stinging Wasps revision date: 2022-10-26 10:09 Group of Yellowjackets feedingPhoto by: R.D. Akre Biology Yellowjackets are aggressive especially in late summer and fall, do more harm than good and should not be encouraged. The nests of yellowjackets are located below ground or behind walls and may contain hundreds […]