Your macro shots are always top-notch, my friend. The details on both wasps are incredible. The potter wasp looks so unique with its extremely slender waist, almost like an alien creature.
​However, that story about your friend throwing a stone at the Vespa nest gave me chills! 😬 That was a very risky move, and it's no surprise he ended up with a fever from the stings. Vespa wasps are definitely not something to mess with. I'm glad you managed to capture its beauty from a safe distance without getting hurt. Great post and an excellent warning for all of us.